opacifier

Polymethyl Methacrylate

INCI: POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE
CAS 9011-14-7
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, homopolymer
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Mattifying agent; soft-focus optical diffuser; pore appearance minimizer; sebum-absorbing microsphere filler; longevity extender in film former matrix
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, homopolymer

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
9011-14-7
INCI
POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE
Category
opacifier
Updated
Apr 23, 2026