INCI name

METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer

Film formingreviewed

A synthetic polymer powder used in make-up and skin care.

What it is

Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer is a cross-linked polymer of methyl methacrylate and ethylene glycol dimethacrylate. CosIng lists it as film forming.

Where it is used

Found in foundations, powders, primers and face creams, often as fine particles that affect texture and finish.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the particle size or shape.

Functions

Film forming
Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (166)

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