Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is a polymer made from ammonium salts. It works as a thickener, emulsifier, and texture enhancer that gives gel-creams a silky, lightweight feel.

This ingredient is versatile and low-maintenance so manufacturers love working with it.

1. It thickens on contact with cold water without needing any pH adjustment.
2. It stays stable across a wide pH range (so it works well with super acidic ingredients like vitamin C or neutral moisturizers).
3. It plays nicely with salts and electrolytes so ingredients like niacinamide won't cause it to break down.
4. It keeps water and oil blended together in formulas with a lot of oil without needing a separate emulsifier.

Typical usage levels in cosmetics are usually low and in the range of 0.015 - 2.3%.