A chemically modified starch used to control viscosity.
What it is
Hydroxypropyl starch is, according to CosIng, a propylene glycol ether of starch: starch in which some hydroxyl groups carry hydroxypropyl groups. CosIng lists it as a viscosity-controlling ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, lotions, cleansers, powders and other products.
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 name does not show the plant source of the starch or the degree of modification.
Functions
- Viscosity controlling
- Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (20)
- The Brow Fix Tinted Eyebrow Gel – Taupe · IsaDora
- The Brow Fix Tinted Eyebrow Gel – Light Brown · IsaDora
- The Brow Fix Tinted Eyebrow Gel – Medium Brown · IsaDora
- The No Compromise 2-in-1 Soft-Matte Foundation & Concealer – Neutral · IsaDora
- The Brow Fix Tinted Eyebrow Gel – Dark Brown · IsaDora
- بخاخ التثبيت Blend + Bond · Catrice
- Long-Lasting Velvet 2in1 Fond de teint & Correcteur · Inglot
- Long-Lasting Velvet 2in1 Foundation & Concealer · Inglot
- Long-Lasting Velvet 2in1 Face Foundation & Concealer · Inglot
- OSiS Rock Hard 150ml · Schwarzkopf Professional
- Curl Soufflé · Schwarzkopf Professional
- Curl Retouch · Schwarzkopf Professional