Hema
What Hema is & what it does
HEMA, short for hydroxyethyl methacrylate, is a synthetic acrylate monomer most associated with nail and gel products, where it helps form a hard, durable film. In broader cosmetic chemistry related methacrylate polymers act as film formers and texture agents. As a small reactive monomer it is mainly relevant in cured nail systems rather than leave-on skincare.
What does HEMA do in cosmetics?
HEMA, hydroxyethyl methacrylate, is a reactive acrylate monomer used mainly in nail and gel products, where it helps form a hard, durable film when cured. It is not a typical leave-on skincare active. Related methacrylate polymers can act as film formers in other cosmetic products.
Is HEMA natural or synthetic?
HEMA is fully synthetic. It is a manufactured acrylate monomer produced for its film-forming chemistry. It does not occur naturally as a botanical or mineral ingredient.
Is HEMA safe?
HEMA is most often discussed in the context of nail and gel products, where uncured monomer can be a sensitizer for some people. Its suitability depends heavily on the product type and proper curing, and we do not provide medical advice. If you have a known acrylate sensitivity, avoid products listing it.
Sunscreens with Hema
We rate 10 sunscreens that contain it:
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Aqueria Oil-control French Gel Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa++++
92/100
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WishCare 2% Vitamin C Pure Glow Milk Sunscreen | SPF 50 PA++++
77/100
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WishCare 5% Niacinamide Oil Balance Fluid Sunscreen | SPF50 Pa++++
77/100
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Asaya Spot Light Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa++++
62/100
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Asaya Sheer Milk Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa++++
62/100
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Asaya Depigmentation Sunscreen Spot Light Sunscreen SPF Pa++++ For Dark Spots & Hyperpigmentation
62/100
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Deconstruct Detan Sunscreen Body Lotion - 4% Niacinamide +1% Kojic Acid Dipalmitate + SPF 50 Pa+++
60/100
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Conscious Chemist Vitamin C Lightweight Cream (SPF 30 Pa++)
49/100
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Maria Ross Paris SPF 40
49/100
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Chambor Daily UV Pro Invisible SPF
49/100