Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-90 Methacrylate Crosspolymer

AKA: Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer

Synthetic

Barrier Support

Not Clean

2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,1'-(1,2-ethanediyl) ester, polymer with butyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate and .alpha.-(2-methyl-1-oxo-2-propen-1-yl)-.omega.-methoxypoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)

CAS #

957645-61-3

Form

Liquid

State

Solid

Functions

Skin Protecting

Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.

Nourishes & Protects

Traditional Use

A crosslinked polymer developed in late 20th century cosmetics to provide enhanced hydration and film-forming properties. Designed to improve the texture and efficacy of skincare products.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

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CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

medical-approval

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

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

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

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR