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Viscosity Controller
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Sodium Chloride
Sodium chloride is common table salt. In cosmetics it is used primarily as a viscosity controller (thickener) in cleansing formulations containing ionic surfactants, typically at 1-3% concentration. It can also function as an emulsion stabiliser in water-in-oil emulsions and, in undissolved crystal form, as a physical exfoliant in body scrubs.
Learn more →Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer is a hydrogenated synthetic polymer of ethylene, propylene, and styrene monomers. It functions primarily as an oil gelling agent and viscosity controller. When combined with its related compound butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer and mixed with hydrocarbons, it creates gels with varying sensorial and physical characteristics, improving skin occlusivity and reducing transepidermal water loss.
Learn more →Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer is a hydrogenated synthetic polymer of butylene, ethylene, and styrene monomers. It functions as a viscosity controller and oil gelling agent, commonly used alongside ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer to create gel-like textures when combined with hydrocarbons such as mineral oil or emollient esters. Widely used in lip care and colour cosmetics.
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