INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate
Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate is an ester of dextrin (a polysaccharide) with two fatty acids: palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid) and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It carries the CAS number 183387-52-2. According to CosIng, its official functions are anticaking, emulsifying, and surfactant, and it is commonly found in lip balms, mascaras, cleansing oils, and similar cosmetic formulations.
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emollient● Benefits
Primarily serves as an emulsifying and surfactant agent, helping to blend oil and water phases in cosmetic formulations. Its presence in cleansing oils and lip products suggests it contributes to texture and product stability.
emulsifyingsurfactant
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