Maltodextrin at a Glance
- Plant-based sugar
- Serves as an absorbent and binding agent
- Also acts as a stabilizer, film-forming agent, + skin softener
- Ruled safe as used in cosmetics
Maltodextrin Description
Maltodextrin is a plant-based sugar created by hydrolyzing a saccharide with starch from corn, potato, or rice.
Maltodextrin does many things in cosmetic products, including absorbent, binding agent, stabilizer, film-forming agent, and skin-softener. It has been ruled safe as used in skin care products. Typical usage levels are between 1–2%.
Maltodextrin References
Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, September 2016, pages 2,091-2,100
https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/polysaccharide_gums.pdf
https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/inci-ingredients/maltodextrin
Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding usage constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.