emulsifier · thickener

Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer

Generally safe·Limited evidence

A synthetic polymer used to form a water-resistant film and keep chemical UV filters evenly suspended in sunscreen lotions. It is not absorbed through skin and CIR has not flagged it as a safety concern in cosmetic use.

Products with Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer

89
Equate
Sport Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
84
Sun Bum
Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
83
Aveeno
Protect + Hydrate Face Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60
79
Coppertone
Sport Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
74
Neutrogena
Beach Defense Water + Sun Protection Sunscreen Lotion SPF 70

References

CIR Cosmetic Ingredient 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.