SAFE
Carbomer
Carbopol (cross-linked polyacrylic acid)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Excipients & Additives
PubMed Studies
63
About
Same as polyacrylic acid entry above. Common trade name Carbopol. Used as thickener and gelling agent.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
See polyacrylic acid. Very safe.
🏷️ Other Names
Carbopol (cross-linked polyacrylic acid)