Plant Extracts

Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer

Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 14 Aug 2026

Silicone-enhanced film-forming agent | Functions as a binding agent

At a glance

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Addresses

Texture Enhancement, Film-Forming, Binding Agent

What Is Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer?

Silicone-enhanced film-forming agent. Also functions as a binding agent so products adhere better to skin.

How widely it's used

0.6%
of skincare products contain this ingredient — placing it in the top 50% of most-used ingredients.
Most common in: Sunscreens Moisturisers

Regulatory information

Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.

Show identifiers
INCI Name
ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER
Function
Anticaking, Binding, Film Forming, Skin Conditioning

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Other forms of Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer

These appear on ingredients lists under different names but are the same substance. Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer is the common form.

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