Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium salt of the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Dextrin
What does it do?
Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate?
Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium salt of the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Dextrin
Is Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Dextrin Octenylsuccinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010