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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Hydrophobically modified carbomer-type polymer for emulsifying and thickening.
FunctionalFunctional ingredient, not graded for skin benefits
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Hydrophobically modified carbomer-type polymer for emulsifying and thickening.
What it does
Stabilizes oil phases and builds aqueous viscosity in SPF and cream bases.
The evidence
Functional ingredient (not graded for skin benefits): CIR-reviewed acrylate crosspolymers as used in cosmetics. Credible chemical identity and cosmetic-use context come from CIR/SCCS/manufacturer INCI definitions and databases such as SpecialChem/PubChem[1].
How to use it
Expect this as a supporting INCI line item unless labeled as a featured active.
What it does in the formula
Functional ingredient — not graded for skin benefits
Hydrophobically modified carbomer-type polymer for emulsifying and thickening.[1]
Safety & limits
Source and region, always
all — Used in cosmetics within conventional leave-on/rinse-off levels; see cited safety literature.[1] CA US EU UK
Sources · 2
Numbered as cited in the text
- [1]Cosmetic Ingredient Review. Acrylates Crosspolymers. CIR (2017)regulator
- [2]SpecialChem. SpecialChem INCI profile: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer. SpecialChem (2024)other
Revision history
18 Sept 2026Drafted by botTheSkindex Desk