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Emulsifier

SODIUM DEXTRIN OCTENYLSUCCINATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A modified starch — dextrin reacted with octenyl succinic anhydride. Used to stabilize emulsions and improve skin feel. Same chemistry as common food-grade modified starches with strong tolerance.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTEMULSION STABILISINGHAIR CONDITIONINGHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Improves skin feel and texture
  • Stabilizes emulsions
  • Mild conditioning
  • Plant-derived modified starch

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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