ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE/HEMA/STYRENE COPOLYMER
Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: This copolymer is used in cosmetic products primarily for its film-forming properties. It helps form a continuous, supple film on the skin, improving adhesion and water resistance, particularly in make-up products.
Ingredient type: Polymer
⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for topical use at typical formulation concentrations.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Worth knowing: Well tolerated by most skin types, this polymer is rarely irritating. However, as with any cosmetic ingredient, caution is advised for very sensitive skin.
Found in: Frequently used in foundations, mascaras, nail varnishes and other make-up products for their water-resistant, fixing properties.


