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ADIPIC ACID/METHYL DEA CROSSPOLYMER.

Valuable / FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

This crosspolymer functions as a conditioning and film-forming agent, enhancing skin softness and aiding in the effective deposition of other active ingredients on skin surfaces.

film former skin conditioning viscosity controlling

Science

It creates a structured network on the skin, effectively locking in moisture and improving ingredient delivery. Its amphiphilic nature interacts with the skin to provide smoothing and softening effects.


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.01–10%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Concentrations from 0.01-10% enhance skin softness, provide anti-static effects, and improve the deposition of active ingredients on keratinous surfaces.

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 6 – 8
0 7 14

Stability

Generally water-soluble or dispersible, stable when neutralized to a pH around 7.0 for optimal viscosity and gel-matrix structures.

Conflicts

  • High concentrations of strong anionic surfactants (potential precipitation)
  • Strongly acidic environments (potential solubility/viscosity issues)

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
10%
Sensitization risk Low

While not formally reviewed by CIR, it is listed in the International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary with safe use concentrations up to 10% documented in patents for various product types.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Valuable

ADIPIC ACID/METHYL DEA CROSSPOLYMER is a valuable ingredient, effectively conditioning skin, forming a protective film, and enhancing active ingredient delivery with low irritation across all skin types.


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