A synthetic acrylic polymer used as a binder and film former.
What it is
Potassium acrylates copolymer is the potassium salt of a polymer of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters. CosIng lists it as a binding and film-forming agent.
Where it is used
Found in hair styling products, mascaras and other makeup.
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 show the exact monomer composition.
Functions
- Binding
- Providing adhesive properties during and after compression in cosmetic tablets and/or cakes.
- 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 (7)
- Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Foaming Face Cleanser 200mL · Neutrogena
- Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Face Cleanser Water Gel 145mL · Neutrogena
- Ultra gentle daily cleanser · Neutrogena
- Anti Pickel Peeling Cleanser AHA/PHA/BHA · Neutrogena
- Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser · Neutrogena
- Skin Balancing Gel Cleanser · Neutrogena
- Gel de Limpeza Facial Neutrogena Hydro Boost · Neutrogena