Glyceryl Polymethcrylate

GLY

8/10

Concern level

High concern

Glyceryl polymethacrylate is a synthetic, water-soluble polymer used primarily as a film-former, moisturizer, viscosity controller, and texture enhancer. It improves slip and cushioning, helps stabilize emulsions, and can support a smoother, more cushiony skin feel without being oily. It is generally used at low levels in finished products and is considered a low-irritation cosmetic polymer.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingImproves TextureSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

pH Range

5.00 - 11.00

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 1.90%

CAS Number: UNKNOWN

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin8/10

oily skin8/10

sensitive skin8/10

acne prone9/10

mature skin8/10

normal skin9/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No well-established problematic ingredient interactions at normal cosmetic use levels, Formulation performance may be reduced by incompatible high-electrolyte systems, May be less effective if the overall formula pH or solvent system destabilizes the polymer network

Risks & Warnings

Low overall risk. Main concerns are rare eye or skin irritation in very sensitive users, especially in leave-on or aerosolized products. As a polymer, it is not considered comedogenic and is not known for systemic toxicity at cosmetic use levels. Data specific to this exact ingredient are limited, so caution is warranted in highly reactive skin if a formula contains many other irritants.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Sulwhasoo

First Care Activating Single Sheet Mask