A modified cyclic sugar that can host other molecules.
What it is
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin is a hydroxypropyl ether of beta-cyclodextrin, a ring-shaped oligosaccharide made from starch. Its ring structure can enclose other molecules. CosIng lists it as fragrance and skin conditioning.
Where it is used
Found in creams, serums, deodorants and products that contain fragrance or poorly soluble ingredients.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI list does not show which ingredients, if any, it is meant to carry in a given formula.
Functions
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (122)
- Revolution Pro Miracle Pro-Tox Fine Line Fix & Fill Serum · Revolution
- Revolution Skin Jelly Cool Jelly Toning Pads · Revolution
- PODKŁAD MIRACLE TOUCH · Max Factor
- Fondotinta Miracle Touch · Max Factor
- Triple Glow Radiance Elixir · Lumene
- Multi-Peptide Serum · Lumene
- Dark Spot Serum · Lumene
- Refillable Skincare Kit: Charlotte’s Magic Night Cream Forever · Charlotte Tilbury
- Moisturiser Refill Capsule: Magic Night Cream · Charlotte Tilbury
- Magic Eye Rescue – Hydrating Eye Cream · Charlotte Tilbury
- Magic Night Cream – Night Moisturiser · Charlotte Tilbury
- Magic Night Cream – Travel-sized Night Moisturiser · Charlotte Tilbury