Polyacrylamide
A polymer thickener and film-former. It stabilizes the emulsion and gives smoothness and mattity. The finished polymer is inert; raw material is monitored for residual acrylamide, kept to permitted traces by reputable suppliers.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
Frequently asked questions
Is Polyacrylamide safe during pregnancy?
Polyacrylamide is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Polyacrylamide for?
Polyacrylamide suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Polyacrylamide and what does it do in cosmetics?
A polymer thickener and film-former.
What's the INCI name for Polyacrylamide?
The INCI name is Polyacrylamide.
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Other functional ingredients
Polyacrylate-13, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polyamide-3, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Cocamide MEA, Laureth-3
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