murphyAcrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Styrene Copolymer
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
OriginA copolymer synthesized from ethylhexyl acrylate, styrene, and acrylic or methacrylic acid monomers derived from petroleum sources. Produced through free radical polymerization, where monomers are chemically linked together to form the copolymer film-forming agent.
Copolymer of ethylhexyl acrylate, styrene 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
The paper trail
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2014
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR