Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate

Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient used as an absorbent, surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 15 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCALCIUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE
FunctionABSORBENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Prevalence15 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Sunscreens 33.3%Dry Shampoos 20%Deodorant 13.3%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 6.7%Blushes 6.7%Face Cleansers 6.7%

Frequently asked

What does Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate do in skincare?
Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate functions as an absorbent, surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (33.3% of its uses).

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