Acrylates/VA Copolymer

AKA: Acrylates/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer

Synthetic

Occlusive

Not Clean

2-(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)amino-5-dimethylaminobenzoic acid

CAS #

25067-02-1

Form

Liquid

State

Solid

Functions

Binding

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Hair Fixing

Viscosity Controlling

Holds Formula Together

Creates Protective Barrier

Controls Viscosity

Traditional Use

Developed in the mid-20th century as a film-forming synthetic polymer. Widely used in hairsprays, nail polishes, and other cosmetics requiring a glossy, durable finish.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

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-assessed3 reviews →

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

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR