Carbomer Homopolymer Type C
Carbomer Homopolymer Type C
CAR
9/10
Concern level
High concern
Synthetic high-molecular-weight, crosslinked acrylic acid polymer used mainly as a thickening, gelling, suspending, dispersing, and emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulations. It swells after neutralization to create clear, high-viscosity gels. ([cosmeticsinfo.org](https://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/carbomer/))
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
Improves Texture
Chemical Properties
pH Range
6.00 - 9.00Typical Concentration
0.10% - 1.00%Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin8/10
oily skin9/10
sensitive skin8/10
acne prone9/10
mature skin7/10
normal skin10/10
Interactions
incompatible with: high concentrations of electrolytes such as sodium chloride, multivalent cations (for example calcium or magnesium salts), strong acids, strong bases, cationic polymers or strongly cationic surfactants
Risks & Warnings
Generally very low toxicity and low irritation potential, but powders can be an inhalation nuisance and finished formulas may cause mild eye or skin irritation if poorly balanced. Performance drops in high-electrolyte systems, with multivalent ions, or at very acidic/alkaline pH. ([cosmeticsinfo.org](https://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/carbomer/))
Vegan Cruelty-Free
