INCI · humectant · CIR review pending · used in 2 products
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate is derived from maize (corn) starch that has been hydrolyzed and then hydrogenated, registered under CAS # 68425-17-2 and EC # 270-337-8. It is a sugar alcohol-type ingredient produced by the chemical reduction of starch hydrolysates. It appears across a wide range of cosmetic and personal care product types including cleansers, toners, toothpastes, and rinse-off formulations.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
—Category
humectant● Benefits
The source classifies Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate as a moisturizer and humectant, indicating it functions to attract and retain moisture in formulations. No additional specific skin benefits are described in the source beyond this moisturizing/humectant role.
hydrating
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