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ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER.

Valuable / BINDING

ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER is a synthetic polymer designed to enhance the sensorial experience and stability of cosmetic formulations. It acts as a film-former, binder, and viscosity controller, providing a smooth and spreadable texture while preventing product separation.

Summary

binding film forming viscosity controlling surfactant hair fixing

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by forming a flexible, non-tacky film on the skin, contributing to product longevity and adherence. Its cross-linked structure effectively binds other components, stabilizing emulsions and increasing viscosity to achieve a desired consistency. Furthermore, it exhibits surfactant properties, which aid in maintaining the integrity of emulsion-based products.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of formulations, effectively preventing ingredient separation and ensuring consistent product properties. It demonstrates good compatibility with most other cosmetic ingredients and is specifically designed to create stable water dispersions that are easy to handle and less prone to lumping.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has concluded that cross-linked alkyl acrylates, encompassing ingredients like Acrylates/VP Copolymer, are safe under current usage practices and concentrations, provided they are not polymerized in benzene. It is recommended that products containing this ingredient be formulated to ensure they are non-irritating. This polymer is also included in an ongoing safety assessment of Vinylpyrrolidone Polymers.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
No Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER is a valuable functional ingredient, optimizing product texture, stability, and wear with a low irritancy risk and broad skin compatibility, having been deemed safe for use by the CIR.

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