Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate is an emulsifier used in skincare. It's found in 7 products in our database, making it a less common 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)
7 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
Moisturisers
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Nutrient-Charged Water Gel
The Retinol Serum
Healer UV Protection Cream
Serum do twarzy ZIAJA
Youthscreen™ Daily Hydration + Pollution Defense Invisible Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 60
Better Screen™ UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen with Collagen Peptide
Degree Men Black and white
Frequently asked questions
What does Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate do in skincare?
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate is classified as "holds the formula together" in skincare formulations. Holds the formula together.
Is Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate safe for sensitive skin?
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate 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 Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate?
7 products in our database contain Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate. The highest-rated is Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel scoring 8.8/9.8.
Can I use Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.