Dextrin is a carbohydrate derived from starch, often corn or potato. In cosmetics, it primarily functions as a binder, film-former, and viscosity-increasing agent. It helps to hold ingredients together, create a thin film on the skin, and thicken product formulations.
NoneCarbohydrate polymerVeganEvidence: High
BenefitNone 0 / 4
RiskVery low 0 / 4
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Dextrin is mainly used as a binder to keep ingredients together, a film-former to create a thin layer on the skin, and a thickener to improve product consistency. It does not offer direct benefits to the skin itself.
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