2-hydroxyethyl acrylate

Ingredient type:OTHER

✨ Role: 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate is mainly used in cosmetic products as a film-forming agent. It helps create a film on the skin, which can provide a smoothing effect and improve product texture.

Ingredient type: Polymer

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe when used in accordance with recommended concentrations. However, it may be irritating to some sensitive skin.

✨ Vegan: Yes, it's a synthetically sourced ingredient and doesn't involve the use of animal products.

✨ Please note: 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate is rarely used on its own; it is often present in cross-linked polymers that improve formulation stability and properties. A tolerance test is recommended for very sensitive or reactive skin.

Present in: Commonly used in moisturizers, make-up bases and certain hair styling products for its structuring and smoothing properties.

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