Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, humectant agent. It is used in 197 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROLYZED CORN STARCH
FunctionBINDING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number8029-43-4
EC number232-436-4
Prevalence197 products (0.21% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches110

Used in

Serums 13.2%General Moisturizers 10.7%Gel, Pomade & Wax 6.6%Styling Creams & Sprays 6.6%Mascaras 5.6%Face Cleansers 4.6%

Frequently asked

What does Hydrolyzed Corn Starch do in skincare?
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch functions as a binding, humectant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydrolyzed Corn Starch allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hydrolyzed Corn Starch?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (13.2% of its uses).

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