Thickener

Polyacrylate-13

Synthetic polymer for stabilizing emulsions and creating a smooth, elastic texture in creams, serums, and SPF.

PolymerStabilizerFilm-former
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

Polymer ingredient based on acrylates. Often used in ready-made polymer systems together with other emulsifiers or stabilizers.

Needed for controlling viscosity, stability, and sensory feel. In formulas, it can support a light film that evens out application and makes the finish neater.

Key Benefits

Holds the emulsion
Helps the water and oil phases remain homogeneous, especially in light creams and fluids.
Provides a smooth finish
Improves glide and reduces the feeling of a liquid or watery formula.
Supports the film
Can create a thin invisible coating that helps the product sit more evenly on the skin.

Suitable for

Suitable for all skin typesLight creamsSerumsSPF formulas

Main Actions

✓ Stabilization✓ Thickening✓ Film formation
Do not confuse with actives

Polyacrylate-13 does not treat breakouts and does not restore the barrier. If the product feels good on the skin, this polymer may be part of the reason, but not the main caring component.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Polyacrylate-13 do for skin?
Needed for controlling viscosity, stability, and sensory feel. In formulas, it can support a light film that evens out application and makes the finish neater.
Who should use Polyacrylate-13?
Polyacrylate-13 is suitable for: Suitable for all skin types, Light creams, Serums, SPF formulas.
Are there any warnings about Polyacrylate-13?
Polyacrylate-13 does not treat breakouts and does not restore the barrier. If the product feels good on the skin, this polymer may be part of the reason, but not the main caring component.

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