A natural thickener and stabilizer that gives the product its smooth texture and helps it stay blended without separating.
CAS #
187725-30-0
State
Solid
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Creates protective layer
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic crosslinked polymer developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century to function as a texturizing and stabilizing agent without any traditional or natural ingredient precedent.