Plant-Derived Maltodextrin* ●
TL;DR. This ingredient is mainly used as a carrier, absorbent, binder, and light film-former in powders, masks, and emulsions. It can help disperse actives, improve product feel, and add body without much greasiness.
What does Plant-Derived Maltodextrin* do in a cosmetic formula?
This ingredient is mainly used as a carrier, absorbent, binder, and light film-former in powders, masks, and emulsions. It can help disperse actives, improve product feel, and add body without much greasiness.
Is Plant-Derived Maltodextrin* clean?
From a clean-beauty perspective, this ingredient is generally well-tolerated and has little restricted-list friction. Sensitivity is uncommon, though very dusty powder formats can be physically irritating if inhaled during use.
Is Plant-Derived Maltodextrin* sustainable?
This material is typically made from renewable crop starches such as corn, potato, rice, or tapioca, and it is readily biodegradable. The main sustainability questions are agricultural inputs, land use, and whether the crop supply is certified or traceable.
Is Plant-Derived Maltodextrin* COSMOS-approved?
It is generally permitted under COSMOS-natural and COSMOS-organic when sourced from approved agricultural raw materials and made with compliant processing aids. It fits Green Chemistry reasonably well because it uses renewable feedstocks, water-based processing, and has strong biodegradability.
How does Plant-Derived Maltodextrin* work chemically?
This material is a mixture of short glucose-chain carbohydrates produced by controlled hydrolysis of starch, with chain-length distribution influencing solubility, hygroscopicity, and film formation. Typical use can range from below 1% as a carrier or sensory modifier to 5% to 20% in dry masks, powders, and absorbent systems.
Last updated 2026-05-13