Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate/acrylamide copolymer is sodium 2-propenoate, polymer with 2-propenamide and sodium 2-methyl-2-(2-propenamido)propanesulfonate
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State
Solid
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Functions
Anticaking
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Opacifying
Viscosity Controlling
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Prevents clumping
Keeps product blended
Creates creamy opacity
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A contemporary synthetic polymer created in the 20th century specifically for the cosmetics industry to provide gel-forming and suspension properties, replacing traditional plant-derived thickeners.