COVACRYL SP

INCI

Polyacrylic Acid

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Description

COVACRYL SP is a water soluble thickening agent based on polyacrylic acid. It forms a non stringy clear gel in water and exhibits a non-greasy, non-tacky feel. Due to their nature, gels are sensitive to the electrical charge on the skin and instantly deswell upon application for a quick breaking effect on the skin when used at 0.2%. This product is suggested for use in all cosmetic products, but it is not compatible with pigments.

Categories

Thickeners

Regional Availability

APAC, LATAM, NORTH AMERICA

Applications

Skincare, Suncare

Certifications

Technical Benefits

• High viscosity gel at low concentration
• Suspending property at low concentration
• Good compatibility with alcohol
• Clear gel
• Compatible with Solubilisant LRI
• Highly stable thickener at concentration above 0.9%
• Require neutralization

Cosmetic Benefits

Light, fresh and watery texture
• High sensitivity to ions and pH turns gel to water
• Evanescent effect with non-greasy and non-tacky feel at
low concentration