Snapshot
- Overview
- A polymer that thickens gels and keeps formulas smooth and stable.
- Category
- Tone/Texture
- Type
- Rheology Modifier
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate
Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate is a crosslinked polymer blend designed for water-based gels and stable emulsions. Formulators use it to build viscosity, improve spread, and keep formulas uniform under varied conditions.
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Our take
Is Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate a Good Ingredient?
It rates Good because it provides strong, salt-tolerant thickening and a refined glide that helps reduce pilling, while offering minimal direct skincare activity beyond that.
What it does
Skin Benefits
It creates a cushioned, elegant glide and helps products stay homogeneous over time, aiding in reduced pilling for a cleaner layer with other skincare or makeup.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
It's popular in gel-creams, serums, and primers for a soft, bouncy consistency, and used in light moisturizers to keep oil-in-water emulsions neat and stable.
Before you use it
Safety
It's typically low risk of irritation; sensitive users may experience mild transient stinging if the skin barrier is impaired. Discontinue use if persistent redness develops.
Products with Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate
