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Ingredient Facts
Vinyl acetate/crotonic acid copolymer
AKA: VA/CA Copolymer
Acid · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Acid
Not Clean
Vinyl Acetate/Crotonic Acid Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
25609-89-6
State
Solid
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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.
Film Forming
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polymer. This copolymer was formulated to create film-forming properties in cosmetics, used primarily in hair styling products and nail polish to provide hold and adhesion.