Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer (Carbomer Copolymer) - thickener, viscosity modifier, emulsifier, film former

INCI Name

Acrylates/C10-30 Alk...

Functions

4 Roles

Sustainability

4/10

What It Does

Thickeners are the architects of product texture. They increase viscosity and modify flow characteristics, transforming thin liquids into luxurious gels, rich creams, or satisfying serums. The right thickener can elevate a product from ordinary to extraordinary.

Controls product consistency

Improves application experience

Stabilizes suspensions and emulsions

Creates desired texture profiles

Technical Properties

pH Range

5.0-10.0

Optimal working range

Ionic Charge

anionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

thickening

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

low

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

nonionic surfactantshumectantsemollientsmost actives

Avoid Combining

cationic ingredientshigh concentrations of electrolyteslow pH systems

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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

4/10

Biodegradability

not readily biodegradable

Source

synthetic

Feedstock

petroleum-derived monomers

Related Ingredients

Similar thickeners to explore

PEG-150 Distearate

Polyethylene Glycol 150 Distearate

Cellulose

Microcrystalline Cellulose

Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteth-20 (and) Glyceryl Stearate (and) Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate (and) Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil (and) Sodium Polyacrylate

Emulsifying Wax Complex

Cetyl Alcohol

Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax

Candelilla Wax

Quick Reference

Full INCI Name: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Common Name: Carbomer Copolymer
Category: thickeners

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