Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

AKA: Film Forming Polymer

Synthetic

Clean

Copolymer of 2-ethylhexyl acrylate and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate

CAS #

64771-95-5

Form

Liquid

State

Solid

Functions

Binding

Holds Formula Together

Holds ingredients together

Traditional Use

A modern crosslinked polymer developed for cosmetic use to provide enhanced film-forming and cushioning properties. Created to improve the texture and longevity of makeup and skincare products without traditional botanical origins.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

ewg-1

medical-approval

pregnancy-nursing-safe

all-shades-safe

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Skin Types

●all-skin-types, gentle

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed4 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR