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Humectant

SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYL DEXTRAN SULFATE

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A carboxymethylated, sulfated dextran sodium salt — humectant polysaccharide with extra anionic charge. Generally tolerated, but the sulfated-dextran lineage has medical use that warrants caution.

Function

HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Humectant
  • Conditioning film
  • Anionic water-binding

Known concerns

  • Sulfated dextrans have anticoagulant pharmacology in injectable use
  • Limited dedicated cosmetic dossier
  • Charge-density interactions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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