Lubrizol Life Science Beauty Announces Carbopol SC-800 Polymer

The polymer is efficient in thickening, clarity and suspension properties, as shown in studies comparing it to other hydrophobically-modified polymers, per the company.
The polymer is efficient in thickening, clarity and suspension properties, as shown in studies comparing it to other hydrophobically-modified polymers, per the company.

Lubrizol Life Science Beauty (LLS Beauty) has announced Carbopol SC-800 polymer (INCI: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer), a rheology modifier solution for mild and sulfate-free formulations ideal for shower gels, shampoos and facial cleansers.

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The polymer is efficient in thickening, clarity and suspension properties, as shown in studies comparing it to other hydrophobically-modified polymers, per the company. 

Foam generation studies also showed that the polymer does not negatively impact foam quality, both in the foam volume generated and its foam morphology, per the company. As a result, formulations have increased lather quality.

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