Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid

Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming agent. It is used in 9 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYACRYLAMIDOMETHYLPROPANE SULFONIC ACID
FunctionFILM FORMING
CAS number27119-07-9
Prevalence9 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Gel, Pomade & Wax 33.3%Leave-in Treatments 22.2%Day Moisturizers 11.1%Hair Masks 11.1%Hair Serums 11.1%Styling Creams & Sprays 11.1%

Frequently asked

What does Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid do in skincare?
Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid functions as a film forming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially gel, pomade & wax (33.3% of its uses).

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