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Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer

What Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer is & what it does

Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer is a synthetic crosslinked polymer used in skincare and sunscreen formulas as a thickener and stabilizer. It helps build viscosity, suspend pigments and filters, and give gels and emulsions a smooth, stable texture. As a high-molecular-weight polymer it stays on the surface and contributes to a pleasant sensory feel.

Is Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer safe?

This crosspolymer is a synthetic thickener widely used in cosmetics and is generally considered safe for use in skincare. As a large polymer it stays on the surface of the skin rather than being absorbed. For specific concerns, consult a qualified professional.

What does Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer do in skincare?

It acts as a thickener and stabilizer, building viscosity and helping suspend pigments and filters so a gel or emulsion stays smooth and stable. It also contributes to a pleasant, cushioned texture. In a sunscreen it helps keep the formula uniform and easy to spread.

Does Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer clog pores?

As a large, crosslinked polymer it mostly sits on the skin surface and is not generally regarded as a pore-clogging ingredient. Most people tolerate polymer thickeners well in both leave-on and rinse-off products. If you are prone to congestion, patch testing the finished product is the most reliable check.

Sunscreens with Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer

We rate 14 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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