Dextran
Dextran is an emulsifier used in skincare. It's found in 33 products in our database, making it a moderately popular ingredient.
What it does
Holds the formula together
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)
33 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Dextran
Top products with Dextran
barrier+ Triple Lipid Activating Serum With Plumping Peptides and Niacinamide
No. 9 NAD Bio Lifting-sil Essence
Silk Peptide EGF Heart Fit Volume Lifting Ampoule
No. 9 NAD Bio Lifting-sil Full Face Pack Sheet
Skin Renewing Night Cream
PROBIODERM 3D Lifting Eye & Wrinkle Cream
Cicapair™ Redness Rescue Regimen Kit with Centella Asiatica
barrier+ Triple Lipid Brightening Eye Cream
RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream
The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
Power of Peptides Set
Mini Cicapair™ Soothing Color Correcting Treatment SPF 30 with Centella Asiatica Extracts
Resilience Multi-Effect Tri-Peptide Face and Neck Creme
Haute Exigence Jour
Hydrating & Soothing Face Mask Value Set
Anti-Aging Skincare Essentials Set
Copper Amino Isolate Serum 3 1:1 (CAIS3)
Cicapair™ Cooling Gel Moisturizer for Redness
Cicapair™ Sensitive Skin Moisturizer for Redness
Mini Extreme Cream Eye Firming & Contouring Eye Cream
Frequently asked questions
What does Dextran do in skincare?
Dextran is classified as "holds the formula together" in skincare formulations. Holds the formula together.
Is Dextran safe for sensitive skin?
Dextran 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 Dextran?
33 products in our database contain Dextran. The highest-rated is Skinfix barrier+ Triple Lipid Activating Serum With Plumping Peptides and Niacinamide scoring 9.6/9.8.
Can I use Dextran every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.