Sodium Carbomer
Sodium Carbomer is an emulsifier — polymer thickener. It's found in 36 products in our database, making it a moderately popular ingredient.
What it does
Polymer 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)
36 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Sodium Carbomer
Cleansers
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Mini Must-Haves with 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner, Foaming Cleanser, & SPF 50
Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment
Deep Water Surge Hydrating Cream Moisturizer with Cica PDRN, Hyaluronic Acid, and Ceramide
Dermide Cica Barrier Sleeping Pack
Expert Rides 3D Activateur Hyaluronique Crème Anti-rides Nuit
Body lotion
Hydratant Matifiant Soin de jour PH7
Dry Essence Foot Pack
Anti-Fatigue Crème visage hydratante Effet immédiat
I am Anti-Unreinheiten 24 H Feuchtigkeitscreme
Active Age Soin anti-rides DNAge
Soin confort crème visage
Handcreme "Trockene Haut" Urea akut 5%
Sanfte Reinigungsmilch
Soft Crème de soin hydratante
Cellular anti-âge
Baume mains SOS - Repair & Care
Crème de soin hydratante
Nivea Soft
Crème nourrissante express
Frequently asked questions
What does Sodium Carbomer do in skincare?
Polymer thickener
Is Sodium Carbomer safe for sensitive skin?
Sodium 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 Sodium Carbomer?
36 products in our database contain Sodium Carbomer. The highest-rated is Paula's Choice Mini Must-Haves with 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner, Foaming Cleanser, & SPF 50 scoring 9.0/9.8.
Can I use Sodium Carbomer every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.