Sodium Carbomer (Sodium Carbomer) is a holds the formula together used in skincare to polymer thickener. It's found in 34 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
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?
34 products in our database contain Sodium Carbomer. The highest-rated is Paula's Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment scoring 8.9/9.8.
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.
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