Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, film forming agent. It is used in 50 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYDROLYZED CORN STARCH
FunctionANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number-
Prevalence50 products (0.05% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches30

Used in

Mousse & Foam 22%Styling Creams & Sprays 20%Shampoos 16%Conditioners 14%Gel, Pomade & Wax 10%Leave-in Treatments 6%

Frequently asked

What does Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch do in skincare?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch functions as an antistatic, film forming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium 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 Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially mousse & foam (22% of its uses).

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