Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer: what it is in skincare
A thickening and stabilizing polymer that helps keep oils and water blended into a smooth gel or cream.
What it does
Function: stabilizer. Emulsifiers and stabilizers hold oil and water together so a cream stays smooth and uniform from first pump to last.
How to spot it on a label
On a Korean product's INCI list, look for Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer. Ingredients are listed high-to-low by amount, so its position hints at how much is in the formula. See all emulsifiers & stabilizers →
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