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Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer

What Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer is & what it does

Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer is a synthetic polymer used as a thickening and gelling agent in cosmetics. In sunscreens and lotions it helps build a stable, smooth texture and can structure oil phases into a richer feel. A notable property is its ability to thicken oil-based systems, supporting long-wearing, water-resistant formulas.

What does Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer do in skincare?

This ingredient is a polymer used as a thickening and gelling agent. In sunscreens and lotions it helps build a stable, smooth texture and can structure oil phases into a richer feel. It supports long-wearing, water-resistant formulas.

Is Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer safe?

This copolymer is used as a texture-building agent in cosmetics and is generally regarded as non-reactive on the skin surface. Polymers of this type tend to stay on top of the skin rather than penetrate. If you have very sensitive skin, patch testing a new product is always sensible.

Is Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer vegan?

This copolymer is built from fatty acid derivatives and synthetic units, and the dimer dilinoleate portion is typically plant-derived. Whether a specific batch is fully vegan can depend on the supplier's sourcing. Check with the brand if vegan status is important to you.

Sunscreens with Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer

We rate 9 sunscreens that contain it:

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