Methacrylic Acid/Styrene/VP Copolymer

AKA: Vinyl Pyrrolidone Copolymer
Synthetic
Acid
Not Clean
OriginDerived from three synthetic monomers: methacrylic acid, styrene, and vinyl pyrrolidone (VP), all petroleum-based chemicals. Synthesized through free-radical polymerization of the three monomers, typically initiated by peroxide or azo catalysts at elevated temperatures.
Methacrylic Acid/Styrene/VP Copolymer is a copolymer of styrene, methacrylic acid and vinyl pyrrolidone
CAS #
27554-92-3
Form
Powder
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Opacifying
Adds Opacity
Locks In Moisture
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Creates creamy opacity
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2024
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR