Allyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacryate Crosspolymer
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Acrylic polymer, Crosslinked acrylic
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Not Clean
2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, 1,2-Ethanediyl Ester, Polymer with 2-Propenyl-2-Methyl-2-Propenoate, di-Pr Peroxydicarbonate-initiated
CAS #
779327-42-3
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Functions
Oral Care
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
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
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century as part of advances in polymer chemistry. Used in cosmetics as a film-forming and binding agent with no traditional predecessor.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR