Sodium octenyl succinate

Ingredient type:  HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Sodium starch octenylsuccinate is commonly used in cosmetics as a texturing agent. It helps stabilize emulsions and improve the application of the product on the skin, providing a smoother and more pleasant feel.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe when used in cosmetics.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is plant-based and suitable for vegan formulas.

✨ Note: This ingredient is derived from chemically modified starch. It is well tolerated by most skin types, but as with any ingredient, it is recommended to apply it to a small area first to check for personal tolerance.

Found in: It is commonly found in moisturizers, foundations, and lotions to improve the texture and stability of the product.

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