A polymer that thickens and stabilises gels and lotions.
Ingredients
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8 ingredients · Thickener or film former
ClearA polymer that turns water into a clear gel. Very common and well tolerated.
Beeswax. Thickens and forms a protective film. Well tolerated.
Also written Beeswax
A plant-cellulose thickener for gels and cleansers.
A plastic used in scrubs and as a thickener. As microbeads it's a microplastic — banned in rinse-off products in many countries.
Environmental concern
Fine mineral powder that absorbs oil and gives a matte, soft-focus finish.
Table salt. Thickens shampoos and body washes.
A natural gum made by fermentation. Thickens gels and stabilises emulsions.