Sodium Polyacrylate (COVACRYL MV60)

NCI: Sodium Polyacrylate

COVACRYL MV 60 is a next-generation hydrophilic rheology modifier engineered for innovative cosmetic formulations. It delivers a signature powdery skin feel with a strong matte finish, a silicone elastomer-like sensory touch, and a velvety, bouncy texture — all without any tacky feeling. Ideal for creating mousse, whipped cream, or gel textures with long-lasting freshness on skin.

Category: Thickeners

Applications: Eye, Face, Hair Care, Lip, Makeup, Pet Care, Skincare, Suncare

Technical Benefits

• Key thickening ingredient for innovative and gourmet textures
• Does not require neutralization
• Frozen gel aspect
• Improves stability of O/W emulsions
• Good compatibility with ethanol
• Better compatibility with electrolytes versus other acrylic thickeners

Cosmetic Benefits

• Exceptional velvet touch and powdery skin feel
• Long-lasting fresh sensation when applied on skin
• Improves spreadability in both W/O and O/W emulsions
• Non-tacky, matte gels with matte finish on skin
• Reduces stickiness in tissue mask formulas
• Adds visual appeal to formulas to support marketing claims:

• Cooling effect due to frosty appearance
• Nourishing perception due to relatable textures such as mousse and whipped cream
• Plumping effect due to bouncy texture
• Improved slip and spreadability in both W/O and O/W emulsions
• Light diffusion due to small particles — skin appears more transparent and less shiny
• Lower drying time of aqueous formulations
• New textures in mass and upon application
• Long-lasting fresh texture due to slow release of water over time