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Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch
Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch is the sodium salt of the carboxymethyl ether of starch (CAS# 9063-38-1). It is a modified starch derivative used primarily as a functional excipient in cosmetic formulations. According to CosIng, its official functions include binding, emulsion stabilising, film forming, and viscosity controlling.
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Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch helps stabilize emulsions and control the viscosity and texture of cosmetic formulations. It can also contribute to film formation on the skin surface. The source does not describe direct skin-benefit claims beyond its functional roles as a formulation aid.
viscosity-controlling
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