Caprylyl Glycol Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

This ingredient is a synthetic acrylate/taurate copolymer supplied in caprylyl glycol. It boosts viscosity, stabilizes emulsions, and suspends actives to create silky, shear-thinning gels and light lotions.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A thickener that gives gels a smooth, silky texture.
Category
Emulsifying, Tone/Texture
Type
Rheology Modifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Creates cushiony, elegant gel textures that spread evenly, and helps keep key ingredients uniformly dispersed for consistent results.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in gel-creams, lotions, and serums to deliver smooth, easy-spreading systems that resist separating.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Low irritation potential overall, though acrylate systems may cause mild stinging or redness in sensitive individuals. Avoid use on freshly compromised skin if irritation occurs; no common regulatory restrictions at normal cosmetic levels.

Is Caprylyl Glycol Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer a Good Ingredient?

It efficiently builds silky, stable gels and emulsions at low doses, improving suspension and spread, which earns a Good rating; sensitivity is uncommon but can occur in those reactive to acrylates or the included caprylyl glycol.

Products with Caprylyl Glycol Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

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