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ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE METHACRYLATE/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER.

Valuable CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING

This advanced graft copolymer acts as a film-forming agent, enhancing product durability. It creates a flexible, hydrophobic layer on the skin to improve water and sebum resistance.

Summary

film former viscosity controlling

Science

Mechanism of Action

By combining rigid acrylate units with flexible silicone chains, it forms a thin, breathable lattice on the skin's surface. This film anchors pigments and UV filters, preventing migration and ensuring long-wear properties.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.5–5%
Optimal

5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Evaluated in film-forming systems (0.5-5.0%), it significantly increases water and sebum resistance, enhancing 'transfer-proof' attributes and durability of pigment layers on skin.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 4.5 – 8
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable in anhydrous systems and water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions, requiring high-shear mixing for uniform dispersion. It maintains stability under UV exposure.

Conflicts

  • High concentrations of short-chain alcohols
  • Strong cationic surfactants
  • Highly polar esters

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
5%
Sensitization risk Low

As a large, non-penetrating molecule with a high molecular weight, it minimizes systemic absorption and irritation potential.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This copolymer is a valuable ingredient for high-performance skincare and makeup, significantly enhancing product wear-time and resistance to environmental factors.

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