Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer
What Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer is & what it does
Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer is a synthetic, lightly cross-linked acrylic polymer. In cosmetics and sunscreens it works mainly as a film former, thickener, and stabilizer, helping suspend particles, control texture, and leave a smooth, even layer on the skin. A notable property is that, being a high-molecular-weight crosspolymer, it stays on the skin surface rather than being absorbed.
What does Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer do in skincare?
Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer is a synthetic acrylic polymer used as a film former, thickener, and stabilizer. In skincare and sunscreens it helps control texture, suspend and disperse particles, and leave a smooth, even layer on the skin. It can also improve the wear and feel of a product.
Is Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer safe?
Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer is a large polymer that sits on the skin surface and is generally considered safe and well tolerated in cosmetic use. Polymers of this kind are not readily absorbed and act mainly as texturizers. People with reactive skin can patch test as a precaution.
Does Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer clog pores?
Acrylic crosspolymers like this one are generally considered non-comedogenic and are not specifically known for clogging pores. They form a lightweight film rather than a heavy occlusive layer. Individual skin responses vary, so acne-prone users can monitor how their skin reacts.
Sunscreens with Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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Somethinc Holyshield Watery Sunscreen Gel SPF 50+ Pa++++ (reform. 2025)
91/100
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Make prem
Make P:rem Tone Up Sun Cream Glow Beige SPF 50 PA++++
78/100
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Herskin Sun Defense SPF 45
70/100
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True to Skin Sunfriends Shooting Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 Pa ++++
66/100
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Barefaced Sunkissed Illuminating Sunscreen
64/100
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Fixderma
Fix derma Shadow Sunscreen Lotion SPF 80
58/100