AmmoniumAcryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer ●
TL;DR. This ingredient is primarily a synthetic rheology modifier and gel former. It thickens water-based formulas, stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions, and helps create a smooth, cushiony texture.
What does AmmoniumAcryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer do in a cosmetic formula?
This ingredient is primarily a synthetic rheology modifier and gel former. It thickens water-based formulas, stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions, and helps create a smooth, cushiony texture.
Is AmmoniumAcryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer clean?
From a clean-beauty perspective, it is usually low-irritation and not a fragrance allergen or formaldehyde-releasing preservative. The main friction is that it is a synthetic polymer, which some standards flag because of persistence and limited biodegradability data.
Is AmmoniumAcryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer sustainable?
This material is petrochemical-derived and is not considered readily biodegradable. Its environmental profile is mainly about synthetic polymer persistence rather than high acute aquatic concern at typical cosmetic use levels.
Is AmmoniumAcryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer COSMOS-approved?
It is not aligned with COSMOS-natural or COSMOS-organic standards because it is a synthetic polymer made from petrochemical monomers. From a Green Chemistry lens, the drawbacks are nonrenewable feedstocks and limited biodegradability, even though it can help build stable formulas without high energy processing.
How does AmmoniumAcryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer work chemically?
The molecule is an anionic copolymer with sulfonate-bearing repeat units and cyclic amide-containing repeat units, giving strong water swelling and electrolyte-tolerant thickening. It is typically used around 0.1% to 2% in gels, creams, and lotions, works across roughly pH 4 to 9, and should be dispersed carefully to prevent clumping before full hydration.
Last updated 2026-05-15