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Formula IngredientThickener

Acrylates/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

INCI: Acrylates/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Acrylates/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer is a synthetic polymer composed of sodium acrylate and sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate monomers. It functions as a versatile emulsion stabiliser and viscosity controller, creating gel-like textures in formulations. When combined with emollients, it produces milky gel emulsions with a soft, non-tacky skin feel.

Category

Thickener

Irritation Risk

Low

Skin Types

all skin types

What does this do in a formula?

emulsion stabilisation, thickening, gel texture creation, improved skin feel, non-tacky finish

Important Considerations

Irritation Risk

Low Risk

Well tolerated at typical cosmetic concentrations. As a film-forming polymer it sits on the skin surface with minimal penetration. No EU CosIng Annex II or III restrictions apply. Widely used across skincare and sunscreen formulations.

Sun Sensitivity Risk

No Risk

This polymer does not increase photosensitivity. No sun protection precautions are required.

Pregnancy Concerns

Safe

Acrylates/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer is a large-molecular-weight polymer with negligible skin penetration. No reproductive or developmental concerns are noted.

About This Ingredient

Acrylates/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer is a synthetic polymer composed of sodium acrylate and sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate monomers. It functions as a versatile emulsion stabiliser and viscosity controller, creating gel-like textures in formulations. When combined with emollients, it produces milky gel emulsions with a soft, non-tacky skin feel.