Ingredient
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Long-chain alkyl acrylate polymer
What it is
A large synthetic acrylate polymer used to form films, thicken formulas and stabilise emulsions.
How it works
Its long fatty alkyl side-chains associate with oils to build a cohesive film and network that thickens the product and holds oil and water phases together.
What it does
Emulsion stabiliser
Viscosity controlling
Film forming
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.