INCI: Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 - Also known as: Aqua SF-1, Carbomer Alternative, Acrylate Crosspolymer
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 and Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 are two variants of the same crosslinked acrylate polymer family - each with a different crosslink density and swell profile suited to a specific formula environment.
The full ingredient profile for both variants - including what they are, how they are produced, what they do for skin, and how they function within Sweet Chemistry's cream rheology systems - is covered in the Polyacrylate Crosspolymer page.
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 (marketed as Aqua SF-1) is the specific variant used in the Elasticity Reinforcing Lipid-Cream — the richer, more emollient formula designed for dry and dehydrated skin. Its rheology profile is matched to the higher botanical oil and shea butter content of the Lipid-Cream, providing the appropriate viscosity and texture character for the formula's emollient radiant finish.
By contrast, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 (Sepimax Zen) is used in the Hydra-Cream for its lighter, cushioning texture contribution.
Hydration - Dry to Dehydrated
Elasticity Reinforcing Lipid-Cream Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 - 1.7 oz / 50 ml
Crosspolymer-11 contributes to the texture architecture of the Lipid-Cream's 46%-active emulsion — supporting the formula's emollient radiant finish alongside carbomer, xanthan gum, and polyvinyl alcohol in the full rheology system.
