# Carbomer

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/carbomer

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the Netherlands.

This gentle ingredient creates a soothing barrier that calms redness and delivers steady comfort without ever irritating the skin or changing its natural balance. It suits those with dry skin and oily skin particularly well when formulated into lightweight [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/serum). Because of its adaptable texture, it layers easily with the rest of a daily routine.

[Gels, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/)

This page shows carbomer products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular carbomer products

- [Differin Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Soolantra Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Differin Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [ALODERMA 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/aloderma/99-organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit

### Carbomer [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/serum)

- [Differin Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Soolantra Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/effaclar-adapalene-gel-0-1-acne-treatment/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit
- [Galderma Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit

## What reviewers say about popular carbomer products

The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular carbomer product on Lovi.

- Differin Gel Clears stubborn acne ★4.5 · 49.1k+ reviews Initial breakout Accessible and affordable “cleared my cystic acne” [What people say about Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel Versatile multi-use ★4.6 · 8.3k+ reviews Affordable value Soothing & cooling “Use on hair, face, skin” [What people say about Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- Soolantra Cream Clears pustules ★4.1 · 500+ reviews Life-changing results Improves texture “Cleared all lumps and bumps” [What people say about Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/sensitive-skin)
- Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10 Affordable price ★4.1 · 1.2k+ reviews Excessive drying Clears pimples “Great value compared to luxury brands” [What people say about Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Differin Daily Deep Cleanser Gentle on sensitive skin ★4.5 · 16.7k+ reviews Bleaches fabrics Non-stripping/drying “Suitable for daily use” [What people say about Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel Effective exfoliation ★4.2 · 100+ reviews High price Aggressive sales “Removes all dead/dried skin” [What people say about Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/sensitive-skin)

### Other carbomer products

- [Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Differin Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [ALODERMA 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/aloderma/99-organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit

### Carbomer for dry skin

- [Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Soolantra Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/dry-skin) — Low fit
- [La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/effaclar-adapalene-gel-0-1-acne-treatment/for/dry-skin) — Low fit
- [Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/dry-skin) — Low fit
- [Differin Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Low fit
- [ALODERMA 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/aloderma/99-organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/dry-skin) — Caution fit
- [Galderma Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/dry-skin) — Caution fit
- [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/dry-skin) — Caution fit
- [Differin Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/dry-skin) — Caution fit

### Carbomer for oily skin

- [La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/effaclar-adapalene-gel-0-1-acne-treatment/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit
- [Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Galderma Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Differin Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Differin Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Soolantra Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/oily-skin) — Low fit
- [Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/oily-skin) — Low fit
- [ALODERMA 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/aloderma/99-organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/oily-skin) — Caution fit

### Carbomer for combination skin

- [La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/effaclar-adapalene-gel-0-1-acne-treatment/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit
- [Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Galderma Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Differin Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Differin Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Soolantra Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/combination-skin) — Low fit
- [ALODERMA 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/aloderma/99-organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/combination-skin) — Low fit

### Carbomer for sensitive skin

- [Soolantra Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Differin Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/effaclar-adapalene-gel-0-1-acne-treatment/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [ALODERMA 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/aloderma/99-organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [Differin Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [Galderma Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Caution fit

### Carbomer for acne-prone skin

- [Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/clean-and-clear/persa-gel-10/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/effaclar-adapalene-gel-0-1-acne-treatment/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Galderma Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera 100% Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/fruit-of-the-earth/aloe-vera-100-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Differin Daily Deep Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/daily-deep-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Soolantra Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/soolantra/cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Lavelier Intensive Facial Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/lavelier/intensive-facial-peel/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Differin Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/differin/gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — Low fit
- [ALODERMA 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/aloderma/99-organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — Low fit

## Questions and answers

### What does carbomer do for the skin?

Carbomer is a gelling agent used to create the texture of skin products and helps deliver active ingredients without causing skin irritation.

[Gels, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/)

### How do you use carbomer?

Carbomer is used in topical gel formulations to provide sustained release of active ingredients like pranoprofen and help reduce local inflammation. It is generally well tolerated and unlikely to cause skin irritation.

[Gels, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/)

### Should you use carbomer in the morning or at night?

You can use carbomer in the morning or at night as it helps provide a gentle gel base without causing skin irritation. It is commonly used in topical treatments.

[Gels, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/)

### Can you use carbomer every day?

Yes, you can use carbomer every day because topical gels containing it are well-tolerated and unlikely to cause skin irritation.

[Gels, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/)

### Does carbomer cause purging or irritation?

Carbomer is unlikely to cause skin irritation.

[Gels, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/)

### Which skin types is carbomer best for?

Carbomer is best for oily and acne-prone skin, with top picks like Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10 and La Roche-Posay Effaclar [Adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/adapalene) Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment earning superior fit ratings from Lovi. For sensitive and dry skin, products like Soolantra Cream and Fruit of the Earth [Aloe Vera](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/aloe-vera) 100% Gel are also available.

[Gels, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/)

## Research on carbomer

- [Semi-Solid Dosage Forms Containing Pranoprofen-Loaded NLC as Topical Therapy for Local Inflammation: In Vitro, Ex Vivo and In Vivo Evaluation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/) Carbomer · Gels, 2023

## Brands with carbomer

- French skincare: [Differin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/differin)
- Skincare: [Menarini](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/menarini)
- French skincare: [La Roche-Posay](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/la-roche-posay)
- Swiss skincare: [Galderma](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/galderma)
- American skincare: [Soolantra](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/soolantra)
- American skincare: [Clean & Clear](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/clean-and-clear)
- American skincare: [ALODERMA](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/aloderma)
- American skincare: [Fruit of the Earth](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/fruit-of-the-earth)
- American skincare: [Lavelier](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/lavelier)

## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi checks every ingredient with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this ingredient guide: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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