murphyPolyacrylate-29
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polymer, Acrylate Polymer
Synthetic
Cleanser
Occlusive
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from stearyl methacrylate, methoxy PEG-9 methacrylate, and methacrylic acid monomers. Produced through free-radical polymerization of these methacrylate compounds to form the copolymer.
Polyacrylate-29 is a copolymer of stearyl methacrylate, methoxy PEG-9 methacrylate and methacrylic acid
CAS #
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Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR