Cellulose
Cellulose is an emulsifier — natural thickener. It's found in 69 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
Natural thickener
Who it's best for
A supporting ingredient — found in most cream and lotion formulas.
- Essential for product stability, not typically chosen by the consumer
- Generally well-tolerated across all skin types
- Helps oil and water phases blend into a smooth, usable texture
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
69 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Cellulose
Serums
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1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
The Vitamin C Serum
Pore Melt Non-Comedogenic Double Cleansing Duo Gift Set for Acne-Prone Skin
Yuja Brightening 2-in-1 Mask to Foam Cleanser with Vitamin C + Niacinamide
Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Black Tea Renewal Serum
DIVE IN 5D Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Layering Serum with Panthenol 5%
Moisturizing Eye Bomb with Peptide and Ceramide
Essential-C Cleanser
Lotion de massage Anti Vergertures
Sandwich Bags
Better Screen Miner-all UV Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
Filling Good Hyaluronic Acid Plumping Serum
garnier
Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl™ Eye Serum
Cocoa Butter Formula
Abeille Royale Double R Renew & Repair Eye Serum for Dark Circles, Puffiness, & Wrinkles
Fresh Green Rice Mochi Foaming Cleanser with Green Tea and Tea Tree for Acne-Prone Skin
Coconut Oil Formula
Frequently asked questions
What does Cellulose do in skincare?
Natural thickener
Is Cellulose safe for sensitive skin?
Cellulose is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Cellulose?
69 products in our database contain Cellulose. The highest-rated is Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scoring 9.1/9.8.
Can I use Cellulose every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.