POLYACRYLATE-8
Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: Polyacrylate-8 is mainly used in cosmetic products for its film-forming and thickening properties. It helps form a protective layer on the skin and can help stabilize formulations by preventing the separation of ingredients.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: this ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use by major regulatory bodies, such as the FDA and the EU.
✨ Vegan: Yes, Polyacrylate-8 is of synthetic origin and is therefore suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Worth knowing: Although not very irritating, it can sometimes cause reactions in very sensitive skin. A tolerance test is recommended if you have reactive skin. This ingredient is also non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Present in: Moisturizers, foundations, sun lotions, styling gels and certain hair care products.
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