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 name | SODIUM METHOXY PEG-16 MALEATE/STYRENE SULFONATE COPOLYMER |
| Function | FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, HAIR WAVING OR STRAIGHTENING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 23 products (0.02% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (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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