Carbomer Interpolymer Type A

Carbomer Interpolymer Type A is a crosslinked acrylic acid interpolymer grade designed for modern cosmetic systems. It's used to efficiently thicken, stabilize emulsions, and improve suspension while providing desirable flow and spreading characteristics.
Like this ingredient?

Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A modern thickener giving formulas a silky, controlled glide.
Category
Emulsifying
Type
Rheology Modifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Great

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Delivers silky flow and controlled glide for easier, more even application, and helps maintain a polished, consistent appearance in the finished product.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in lightweight lotions, sunscreens, and styling gels to fine-tune thickness and preserve even dispersion of pigments or UV filters.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Considered safe for cosmetic use with a low likelihood of sensitization; minor irritation can occur, especially near the eyes or in unneutralized acidic systems. After proper dispersion and neutralization, it is typically well tolerated.

Is Carbomer Interpolymer Type A a Good Ingredient?

The interpolymer network provides efficient thickening and suspension with smooth flow control, stays stable across typical cosmetic conditions, and is generally gentle when correctly neutralized, which is what earns it a Great rating; broad industry use and compatibility with many actives support its reliability.

Products with Carbomer Interpolymer Type A

Related Ingredients