murphyAcrylates/Dimethiconol Acrylate Copolymer
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Silicone Acrylate Copolymer, Hair Conditioning Polymer
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from acrylic acid or methacrylic acid monomers combined with dimethiconol acrylate as starting materials. Produced through free-radical polymerization of the monomers and silicone acrylate in controlled conditions.
Copolymer of dimethiconol acrylate and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Creates Protective Barrier
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR