Glycol Dimethacylate

AKA: Ethylene Glycol Dimethacrylate
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from acrylic acid and dimethylamine as starting materials from petrochemical sources. Synthesized through esterification and polymerization reactions to form the acrylate polymer compound.
Glycol Dimethacylate is a cosmetic ingredient.
Formula
C8H12O4
Mol. Weight
188.18
CAS #
97-90-5
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Helps protect skin
Supports skin hydration
Promotes skin barrier health
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Reviewed by CIR
Pregnancy
Caution
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR