Other ingredient
Sodium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
A synthetic anionic copolymer of styrene and acrylates used as a film former, opacifier, and viscosity controller in cosmetic formulations including sunscreens and toners.
Also known as: sodium styrene acrylates copolymer
film-formingopacifyingviscosity-controlling
Benefits
- ✓Forms durable films for water-resistant sun care and cosmetic formulas
- ✓Provides opacity and texture control
Watch for
- ⚠Synthetic polymer; high molecular weight limits skin penetration
- ⚠CIR Expert Panel assessed as safe as used in cosmetics
