Acrylates/VA Copolymer

Acrylates/VA Copolymer molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Acrylates/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from acrylic acid and vinyl acetate monomers, both derived from petroleum-based feedstocks. Produced through free radical polymerization, where monomers are chemically linked into long-chain polymer networks.
2-(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)amino-5-dimethylaminobenzoic acid
CAS #
25067-02-1
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
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.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Eye Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating / reactions severe (CIR 283)
Skin Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating / reactions moderate to severe (CIR 283)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on2.5–50%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2018 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR