Definition
Acrylates/Ceteareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 is a copolymer of the ester of Methacrylic Acid and Ceteareth-20 and one or more monomers of Acrylic Acid, Methacrylic Acid, or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with diallyl maleate.
Cosmetic roles
Binds metal ions to prevent spoilageCHELATINGAdds bulkBULKINGKeeps an emulsion from separatingEMULSION STABILISINGMakes a clear formula opaqueOPACIFYINGAdjusts thicknessVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Safety & regulatory references
Reviewed by CIR: Re-evalution, Final Report: Safety Assessment of Acrylates Copolymers as Used in Cosmetics
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Names & identifiers
ACRYLATES/CETEARETH-20 METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER-2INCI