Acrylate polymers

Acrylate polymers belong to a group of polymers which could be referred to generally as plastics.

Contents

• Uses
• Benefits
• Cautions
• Interactions
• Other names
• References

Uses

•  Acrylate polymer is commonly used in cosmetics such as nail polish as an adhesive.

Benefits

•  N/A

Cautions

• Although the monomers may be toxic, the levels that would be found in cosmetic formulations are not considered to present a safety risk. Accordingly, these Acrylate Copolymers are considered safe for use in cosmetic formulations when formulated to avoid irritation.

Interactions

• Not known.

Other names

• acrylics or polyacrylates

References

Source: Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acrylate_polymer

Journalssagepub, http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10915810290169800