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Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer (trade name: Sepinov EMT 10) is a synthetic copolymer built from sodium hydroxyethyl acrylate and acryloyldimethyl taurate monomers. It functions as a helper ingredient in cosmetic formulations, acting as an emulsifier, thickener, and gelling agent. It is effective over a very wide pH range of 3–12, making it suitable for use in low-pH formulas such as exfoliants. Its recommended use level is 0.3–3%.
Evidence level
moderateEWG score
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other● Benefits
Stabilizes and emulsifies oils into water-based formulas while creating non-sticky, supple textures. Its broad pH compatibility (3–12) makes it a versatile thickening and gelling agent across a wide range of product types.
viscosity-controllingemulsion-stabilizingtexturizing
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