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HYDROLYZED CORN STARCH HYDROXYETHYL ETHER

Updated
87

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A modified corn-starch polymer that stabilises emulsions and helps skin hold onto water. Plant-derived and large-molecule, so it stays on the surface — well-tolerated even on sensitive skin.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGHUMECTANTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Stabilises emulsions and suspensions
  • Holds moisture on the skin
  • Gives products a soft, smooth finish

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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