Acrylate Polymer Thickener
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Also known as: Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 · Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate · Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer · Sodium Polyacrylate · Sodium Acrylates Copolymer · Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer · Carbomer Crosspolymer · Polyacrylate-13
Thickener
“The polymer family that gives gels and lotions their body.”
What it does
These synthetic polymers thicken a formula and hold it stable, turning a watery mixture into a gel or lotion that spreads well. Several closely related versions exist and brands pick between them for texture rather than effect — none of them does anything to skin directly.
Benefits
- Creates stable gel and lotion textures
- Keeps ingredients evenly suspended
How to layer
☀️ Morning routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
SPF
🌙 Evening routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
Face Oil
After cleansing, before moisturiser
Good for
All skin
How to use
A base ingredient. No special application needed.
Typical concentration: 0.1–2% in formulations