Carbomer
Carbomer is an emulsifier — gel-forming thickener. It's found in 958 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
Gel-forming thickener
Who it's best for
A supporting ingredient — found in most cream and lotion formulas.
- Essential for product stability, not typically chosen by the consumer
- Generally well-tolerated across all skin types
- Helps oil and water phases blend into a smooth, usable texture
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
958 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Carbomer
Top products with Carbomer
DermInfusions Fill + Repair Eye Cream
The Littles 8.0
Vitamin C Brightening Serum-Infused Mask for Dark Spots
Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Watermelon Milk™ Peptide Cushion Cream Refillable Moisturizer for Dry Skin & Barrier Support
barrier+ Triple Lipid Activating Serum With Plumping Peptides and Niacinamide
Après Skin Overnight Moisturizer + Mask with Ceramides and Hyaluronic Acid
Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
ATOBARRIER365 Hydro CERA-HA Ceramide + Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum for Skin Moisture Barrier Repair
O₂ Niacinamide Multitasking Treatment Serum with Peptides and Hyaluronic Acid for Firming, Dark Spots, Pores and Hydration
A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic
DIVE IN 5D Hyaluronic Acid Ultra Hydrating Serum for Plump & Glow Skin
Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide
Retinol Green Tea PDRN™ Firming & Smoothing Serum-Infused Mask
Retinol Synergist Anti-Aging Treatment Serum with Malassezin + 0.3% Encapsulated Retinol
Mini Green Tea Ceramide Milk Toner for Hydration & Barrier Repair
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Vitamin C Lactic Firm & Bright Eye Treatment
Moisture Treatment Mask c-PDRN® for Hydration & Redness Relief
Perfect Renew 3x Signature Serum Advanced for Anti-Aging, Firming & Lifting
Frequently asked questions
What does Carbomer do in skincare?
Gel-forming thickener
Is Carbomer safe for sensitive skin?
Carbomer is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Carbomer?
958 products in our database contain Carbomer. The highest-rated is Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DermInfusions Fill + Repair Eye Cream scoring 9.8/9.8.
Can I use Carbomer every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.