ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER

Chem/IUPAC Name:	Copolymer formed from ethylhexyl acrylate, and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
COSING REF No:	31659

Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer is widely used in hair care formulations because of its film forming and binding properties. It generally appears as a clear to slightly cloudy liquid or a white, semi-solid material. It forms a flexible film on the hair or skin, providing hold, texture, and style retention. Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer is particularly valued for its ability to resist humidity and maintain the desired hairstyle throughout the day. It can be found in products like styling gels, hairsprays, mousses, and other hair styling formulations. The chemical formula of Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer depends on the manufacturing, but is commonly represented by (C₈H₁₄O₂)n-(C₇H₁₀O₂)m - where "n" and "m" represent the number of repeating units of ethylhexyl acrylate and acrylates, respectively.

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What is ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER used for?

Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer is a versatile ingredient that serves many benefits in the hair care and cosmetic industry. It is majorly used in products like styling gels and hair sprays where it acts as a film forming agent. It holds the hairstyles and provides a good texture. Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer is also humidity resistant. Moreover, it finds application in certain skincare products such as sunscreens and foundations, improving their spreadability and longevity. By forming a film on the skin, it enhances makeup durability and overall performance.

Origin

Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer is typically synthesized through a copolymerization process. It involves the polymerization of ethylhexyl acrylate and acrylates monomers, usually using a free-radical initiator. The reaction conditions, such as temperature and solvent, are controlled to achieve the desired copolymer composition and molecular weight.

What does ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER do in a formulation?

Binding
Film forming

Safety profile

Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer is a safe and non-toxic ingredient. It has been used in the industry for a long time and it has no reported major side effects. However, a patch test should be done prior to use. Since Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer is derived from synthetic sources and does not contain animal-derived ingredients, it is suitable for vegan formulations.