Science
Mechanism of Action
This crosspolymer operates fundamentally by creating a cohesive film when applied to skin, hair, or nails. Beyond its primary role as a film-former, it can also function as an absorbent, an emulsion stabilizer, a viscosity modifier, a suspending agent, a binder, and contribute to skin conditioning, characteristic of crosslinked alkyl acrylates.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidence4%
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Stability
Crosslinked polymers are inherently less chemically reactive and exhibit significantly reduced solubility compared to their non-crosslinked equivalents, ensuring robust stability within formulations.
Conflicts
- Should not be polymerized in benzene.
Safety
Safety Profile
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded this ingredient is safe for use in cosmetic products at concentrations up to 4.0%, provided it is not polymerized in benzene. Formulations must be designed to mitigate potential skin irritation.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
This crosslinked polymer offers valuable film-forming and formulation-enhancing properties, deemed safe for cosmetic use up to 4.0% provided specific polymerization and formulation guidelines are met.
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