INCI Name
Polyacrylate Crosspo...
Functions
3 Roles
Sustainability
4/10
Category
thickeners
What It Does
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a synthetic crosslinked acrylic acid polymer supplied as a fine powder that swells in water to create clear, elastic gels with excellent electrolyte tolerance. Unlike traditional carbomers, it maintains viscosity stability across a wide pH range (3-12) and in the presence of salts, making it particularly valuable for formulating transparent gels, serums, and cleansing products that contain high levels of electrolytes or active ingredients. Formulators choose it for its ability to create smooth, non-tacky textures with superior clarity and its compatibility with both anionic and nonionic surfactant systems.
Technical Properties
pH Range
3.0-12.0
Optimal working range
Ionic Charge
anionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
thickening
Impact on formula thickness
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
Avoid Combining
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
not readily biodegradable
Source
synthetic
Feedstock
acrylic acid monomers
Related Ingredients
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Polyethylene Glycol 150 Distearate
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
- Common Name
- Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
- Category
- thickeners
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