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Skin Conditioning

HYDROLYZED WHEAT STARCH

CAS 68412-29-3 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Wheat starch broken down into smaller sugars. Acts as a gentle conditioning and skin-feel ingredient. Very low irritation profile; users with wheat allergy or strict gluten avoidance may want to skip.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Skin and hair conditioning
  • Mild humectant
  • Smooth feel and slip
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Wheat-allergy and gluten sensitivity caution

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.