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Methacrylate Copolymers: Is It a Microplastic?
High concernAcrylate / vinyl polymer
Acrylic plastic family used in nail products and long-wear formulas.
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Is Methacrylate Copolymers a microplastic?
Yes. Acrylic plastic family used in nail products and long-wear formulas.
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