VeriMomIs polyacrylamide safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
polyacrylamide
NO KNOWN RISKS100
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Pregnancy-safe products containing polyacrylamide
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99/100
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99/100
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99/100
EMBRYOLISSE Lait Creme Concentre - 30ml
99/100
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99/100
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99/100
Embryolisse
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99/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is polyacrylamide safe during pregnancy?
- CIR concluded that polyacrylamide polymer itself is non‑toxic and ‘safe as used’ in cosmetics; no harmonised CLP reproductive classification for polyacrylamide (CAS 9003‑05‑8) was found. Regulatory/committee assessments have focused on residual acrylamide monomer rather than the polymer. ([cir-safety.org](https://cir-safety.org/panelbook/rrsafety-assessment-polyacrylamide-used-cosmetics?utm_source=openai))
- Is polyacrylamide safe while breastfeeding?
- No data were found showing polyacrylamide causes reproductive or lactation/human breastmilk hazards; safety conclusions rely on low absorption of the polymer and CIR’s assessment that polymeric polyacrylamide is not significantly toxic. Concerns relate to acrylamide impurity rather than the polymer itself. ([cir-safety.org](https://cir-safety.org/panelbook/rrsafety-assessment-polyacrylamide-used-cosmetics?utm_source=openai))
- Is polyacrylamide safe for baby skin?
- Because the polymer is very large and not expected to penetrate intact skin, hazard (h) and mechanism (m) remain 0; exposure (e) is increased to 1 for babies per your rules because infant skin has higher permeability and residual acrylamide monomer (if present) can penetrate skin — committees (SCCNFP/SCCS) have historically recommended limits for acrylamide residues in polyacrylamide used in cosmetics. No infant‑specific toxicity data for polyacrylamide were identified. ([cir-safety.org](https://cir-safety.org/panelbook/rrsafety-assessment-polyacrylamide-used-cosmetics?utm_source=openai))
- How does VeriMom score polyacrylamide?
- VeriMom scores polyacrylamide at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to polyacrylamide?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to polyacrylamide based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.