Disliked
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
Explained
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch is made by breaking down corn starch into smaller sugar and carbohydrate units through acid or enzyme hydrolysis. The result is a blend of sugars (glucose, maltose, and maltodextrins).
It has skin conditioning and humectant properties and helps the skin stay hydrated. According to a manufacturer, this ingredient helps provide humidity resistance and frizz control in haircare.
See all 335 products with Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
Users who like it
18%
Users who avoid it
82%
What it does
Humectant
A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.3%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
1%
Products with Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34422
INCI Name
HYDROLYZED CORN STARCH
EC #
 232-436-4
All Functions
Binding, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling
