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Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Rating: Good
Categories: Texture Enhancer, Emulsifier

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate at a Glance

  • Lightweight, plant-based or synthetic starch ingredient
  • Functions as a texture enhancer in cosmetics
  • Also used to stabilize cosmetic products
  • AKA distarch phosphate or hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate Description

Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate is a lightweight, plant-based or synthetic starch ingredient that functions as a texture enhancer in cosmetics. It belongs to the chemical class carbohydrates and is used in all types of personal care products, including conditioners, facial care, body washes, sunscreens, and hairstyling products. This ingredient is also used to stabilize cosmetic products and may be listed as distarch phosphate or hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate.
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