Calcium Potassium Carbomer
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Carbomer calcium potassium salt
Synthetic
Occlusive
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Calcium Potassium Carbomer is the calcium potassium salt of Carbomer
CAS #
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Form
Powder
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Antimicrobial
Creates protective layer
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic polymer developed in the late 20th century for use as a thickening and stabilizing agent in cosmetic gels and creams.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR