thickener

Acrylates Copolymer

Generally safe·Strong evidence

A synthetic polymer used to thicken and stabilize cosmetic formulas. The polymer chains are too large to penetrate skin; graded safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review and widely used in rinse-off and leave-on products.

Products with Acrylates Copolymer

100
Rohto Mentholatum
Gokujyun Premium Lotion
99
Biodance
Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask
90
EltaMD
Foaming Facial Cleanser
85
Skin Aqua
Tone Up UV Essence
83
Kikumasamune
Sake High Moisture Skin Lotion Toner
76
Tatcha
The Rice Wash

References

CIR: Acrylate Polymers ↗
EU CosIng database ↗

Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.