Acrylates Copolymer
ThickenerAlso known as: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pemulen
A synthetic polymer used as a thickener, film former, and emulsion stabilizer. Creates smooth gel textures.
Time to results
Results vary by individual and formulation
Thickens formulations, creates gel textures, film-forming, stabilizes emulsions.
Present as a formulation ingredient.
Safe and inert polymer. CIR-reviewed. Does not interact with skin biology.
Cautions
Well tolerated. Does not penetrate skin. Inert polymer with no biological activity.
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