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Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
Explained
This ingredient is used in skincare as a delivery system.
It works by "encapsulating" active ingredients with its unique ring shape that is water-loving on the outside and oil-loving on the inside. This improves the stability and absorption of the product into the skin.
According to a manufacturer, it also offer some moisturizing effects.
See all 987 products with Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
Users who like it
98%
Users who avoid it
2%
What it does
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.8%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34534
INCI Name
HYDROXYPROPYL CYCLODEXTRIN
EC #
 - / -
All Functions
Masking, Skin Conditioning