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Maltodextrin
aka corn maltodextrin · starch hydrolysate · polysaccharide excipient
A polysaccharide-based formulation excipient and encapsulation matrix used in spray and serum formulations. Primary function is as a textural stabiliser and encapsulation vehicle.
- Stabilises active ingredient encapsulation
- Film-forming for spray applications
- Humectant at high concentrations
- Carrier matrix for powder formulations
- Contributes to texture and skin feel
- Spray encapsulation vehicles
- Serum formulations
- Powder cosmetic binders
- Dry shampoo formulas
- Encapsulated active delivery systems
Water-soluble; functions across cosmetic pH range. Starch-derived; corn, potato, or tapioca sources available for allergen considerations.
No significant skin-active function — primarily a formulation excipient. May contribute to microbial growth in poorly preserved aqueous systems.
Broadly accepted in clean beauty as food-derived excipient. No controversy.
The ingredient narratives reshaping clean beauty.
Maltodextrin
aka corn maltodextrin · starch hydrolysate · polysaccharide excipient
A polysaccharide-based formulation excipient and encapsulation matrix used in spray and serum formulations. Primary function is as a textural stabiliser and encapsulation vehicle.
- Stabilises active ingredient encapsulation
- Film-forming for spray applications
- Humectant at high concentrations
- Carrier matrix for powder formulations
- Contributes to texture and skin feel
- Spray encapsulation vehicles
- Serum formulations
- Powder cosmetic binders
- Dry shampoo formulas
- Encapsulated active delivery systems
Water-soluble; functions across cosmetic pH range. Starch-derived; corn, potato, or tapioca sources available for allergen considerations.
No significant skin-active function — primarily a formulation excipient. May contribute to microbial growth in poorly preserved aqueous systems.
Broadly accepted in clean beauty as food-derived excipient. No controversy.