Other Names: Acrylic acid polymer sodium salt, Acrylate, Sodium acrylate

What it is: Synthetic polymer obtained from maleic acid and acrylic acid. It acts as a texture enhancer in cosmetic and skin care products.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Safe to use when monomer levels are maintained as per guidelines

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Note:

• Sodium Acrylates Copolymer is not readily biodegradable, however, this ingredient is used only in lower concentrations in skin care products

Attributes:

Note:

• Sodium Acrylates Copolymer is suitable for sensitive skin, when used at lower concentrations.

Conclusion
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://european-union.europa.eu

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in