Acrylate Copolymer CAS No.: 25133-97-5
Acrylates copolymer has many uses in the world of cosmetics. It is used in a variety of products such as shampoos, body lotions, nail paints, etc. Acrylates copolymer for skin has benefits such as smoothening and softening. It forms a film or a barrier on the skin to result in a smooth feel. It even acts as a thickening agent for improving the texture of formulations. It is most commonly used in eye shadows, mascara, eyebrow pencils, and lipsticks. Acrylates copolymer is good for hair as it aids in smoothening and detangling the shafts.
Origin
Acrylates copolymer is made by combining acrylic acid and methacrylic acid along with one of their esters or salts. Microplastics or microbeads are tiny, solid particles that are added to cosmetic and skin care products because of their smoothening and exfoliating properties.
Property |
Values |
Boiling Point |
99.5°C |
Solubility |
Soluble in water |
Characteristics
1. lt is a slightly cross-linked acrylate copolymer and a new type of liquid rheological modifier.
2. lt has the functions of suspension, stabilization and thickening, provides excellent transparency, and produces thickening and suspension effects.
3. lt is suitable for making various personal cleaning products and soap-based cleaning products based on surfactants, such as pearlescent products,antibacterial hand sanitizer, silicon-containing shampoo, etc.
Acrylates Copolymer at a Glance
1. Commonly used as a film-forming agent in skin care formulations, leaving a soft after feel
2.Can improve water-resistance
3.May also add thickening properties