"Medium penalty" in all categories.
- Origin(s): Synthetic
- Other languages: Carbomère, Carbómero
- INCI name: CARBOMER
- EINECS/ELINCS number: - / - / - / - / - / -
- Classification: Synthetic polymer
Namely
Carbomers are hydrophilic synthetic polymers of acrylic acid. In cosmetics, they are used to thicken the preparations as a gelling agent or emulsifier, but also as a solvent to help the formulas stay well mixed. These are big molecules that do not penetrate the barriers of the skin. They improve the textures of creams or shampoos, so that they are more pleasant to use.
The CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) believes that carbomers are safe for health in cosmetics. Indeed, they have been the subject of many tests and do not pose in general no problems.
The CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) believes that carbomers are safe for health in cosmetics. Indeed, they have been the subject of many tests and do not pose in general no problems.
Biodegradable :
Not readily biodegradable.
Its functions (INCI)
- Emulsion stabilising : Promotes the emulsification process and improves the stability and shelf life of the emulsion
- Gel forming : Gives a liquid preparation the consistency of a gel
- Viscosity controlling : Increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetics
This ingredient is present in 9.12% of cosmetics.
Products that contain them
