Carbomer

by cipher skincare published: jan 26, 2020 revised: feb 16, 2026 1 min read
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why we use carbomer

The Basics

Carbomer is a term used for a series of polymers primarily made from acrylic acid. Carbomers are used to increase the viscosity of a product's water phase and create a pleasant texture. They also help distribute and suspend insoluble materials and prevent the oil and liquid parts of a formula from separating.

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