New Directions Aromatics Carbopol Polymer (Ultrez 20)
New Directions Aromatics Carbopol Polymer (Ultrez 20) is a self-wetting, rheology modifier designed to be used as a thickener, suspending agent and stabilizer in cosmetic manufacturing. Its unique structure allows it to rapidly expand when added to liquids and provides moderate-to-high viscosity in skin care products. Carbopol polymer performs effectively across a broad pH range, making it a versatile ingredient for many applications.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Solid
Product families
- Rheology Modifiers
- Stabilizers
- Texturizers & Fillers
Other characteristics
- Functions
Stabilizer, Suspending Agent, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier
- Labeling Claims
BSE-free, Credo Clean Standard, Cruelty-Free, GMO-free, Gluten-free, Kosher, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Vegan; BSE-free; Credo Clean Standard; Cruelty-Free; GMO-free; Gluten-free; Kosher; TSE-free; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Vegan
- Certifications & Compliance
- Kosher
- Sizes
- 2.2 lbs ($89.15/lb)
- Storage
This product should be stored in a cool dry location away from moisture. It is recommended that the product be re-tested after two years for moisture content. Carbopol polymers are stable for years when protected from moisture.
- Benefits
When used in shampoo and body wash formulations, Carbopol polymer helps to suspend and stabilize beads, microcapsules and exfoliants for excellent product stability and visual appeal. It exhibits good clarity in gel formulations, along with providing a smooth, esthetically pleasing gel quality. In creams and lotions, it helps to create emulsions with a rich and creamy skin feel. It can be used with confidence in systems where sparkling clarity is required and is ideally suited for use in formulations containing higher levels of oils, botanical ingredients, or humectants.
- Appearance
- Fluffy fine white powder.
- Usage
• Sprinkle polymer on surface of water and allow to self-wet (vigorous agitation produces foam). • Gently begin agitation. • Carbopol polymer can be pre- or post-neutralized (depending on application). • Keep agitation to a minimum (to avoid air entrapment) while adding remaining ingredients to formulation. • Add typical preservatives.
- Application
Carbopol polymer provides excellent performance in a wide range of products, including shampoos, lotions, creams, body washes, hair and skin gels and bath gels.
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- WARNING Prop 65
This product contains a component which is listed under California Proposition 65. California residents will receive this product labeled accordingly.
- Recommended Usage
We recommend that no more than 0.5% to 1.5% of this product to be added to any formulation.
- Application Format
- Gel
- Lotions
- Rinse Off
- Hair Care
- Shampoos & Rinses
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Body Wash
- Shower Gels
- Certifications and Compliance
- Kosher
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Stabilizer
- Suspending Agent
- Thickener
- Viscosity Modifier
