Sodium Methoxy PEG-16 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer

Sodium Methoxy PEG-16 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, hair fixing agent. It is used in 23 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM METHOXY PEG-16 MALEATE/STYRENE SULFONATE COPOLYMER
FunctionFILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, HAIR WAVING OR STRAIGHTENING
CAS number-
Prevalence23 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Heat Protectants 43.5%Styling Creams & Sprays 17.4%Shampoos 8.7%Conditioners 4.3%Detanglers 4.3%Dry Shampoos 4.3%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Methoxy PEG-16 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer do in skincare?
Sodium Methoxy PEG-16 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer functions as a film forming, hair fixing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Methoxy PEG-16 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sodium Methoxy PEG-16 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially heat protectants (43.5% of its uses).

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