carbomer
Noun
Meaning
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carbomer (plural carbomers)
(organic chemistry) An expanded molecule obtained by insertion of a C2 (carbon) unit in a given molecule
Examples
Thus, they require the addition of a rheological polymer agent, e.g., carbomer or acrylates copolymer, which can jeopardize sensorial attributes of the product including foam and texture, as well as performance.
Romanowski adds that these alcohols usually get thickened by some kind of acrylic polymer such as Carbomer (a group of polymers made from acrylic acid).
Hydroxyethylcellulose adds film-forming qualities and increases viscosity, together with the gel-forming carbomer, and controls the formulation thickness.
The formula is said to be based on the lactic acid content, 5.25% of molasses extract, but the acidity of the system will consume the TEA added for thickening the carbomer, decreasing its thickening capability.