Polymethyl Acrylate
Polymethyl Acrylate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | POLYMETHYL ACRYLATE |
| Function | FILM FORMING |
| CAS number | 9003-21-8 |
| Prevalence | 4 products (0% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 320 |
Used in
Eye Moisturizers 25%Gel, Pomade & Wax 25%General Moisturizers 25%Mousse & Foam 25%
Frequently asked
- What does Polymethyl Acrylate do in skincare?
- Polymethyl Acrylate functions as a film forming agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Polymethyl Acrylate allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Polymethyl Acrylate?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially eye moisturizers (25% of its uses).
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