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Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer

What Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer is & what it does

A synthetic thickener that builds clear gels and stabilizes emulsions, giving a smooth, non-greasy texture. It helps suspend ingredients evenly without adding oiliness.

What does Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer do in skincare?

This copolymer is a synthetic film former that combines acrylate and silicone-based units. In sunscreens and lotions it helps build a smooth, water-resistant film that can improve wear and the even distribution of UV filters. The silicone portion adds a soft, silky glide.

Is Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer natural or synthetic?

It is fully synthetic, manufactured by polymerizing acrylate and silicone-containing monomers. This gives consistent, predictable film- forming performance. It is not plant- or animal-derived.

Does Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer clog pores?

As a large, mostly inert film-forming polymer it sits on the skin surface and is generally not considered a strong pore-clogging ingredient. Heavy films can feel occlusive for some people with very congestion-prone skin. Individual reactions vary, so patch testing can help if you are concerned.

Sunscreens with Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer

We rate 18 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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