What it is
Butyl Acrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer is a crosslinked polymer made from butyl acrylate and glycol dimethacrylate monomers. As an insoluble polymer network it forms a thin cosmetic film and helps modify texture, slip, and the deposit of a product on skin. In sunscreens it can contribute to an even, smooth film and improve the wear of the formula.
Safety & warnings
As a high-molecular-weight crosslinked polymer it is generally well tolerated and not expected to penetrate skin. It is not a known fragrance allergen.
Origin & sourcing
Synthetic, produced by polymerizing butyl acrylate with the crosslinking monomer glycol dimethacrylate.
Questions everyone asks
What is this ingredient used for?
It is a synthetic crosslinked acrylic polymer that forms a thin film and helps modify the texture and wear of a cosmetic product.
Is it a natural ingredient?
No, it is a synthetic copolymer made from butyl acrylate and glycol dimethacrylate monomers.