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Suspending agent; Ruled safe as used in makeup and skin care; Maximum usage concentration is 0.5% in leave-on products; White powder in its raw form

Sodium Dextran Sulfate

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Sodium salt of the sulfuric acid ester of Dextran

Purpose

This salt-derived suspending agent has been ruled safe as used in cosmetics.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Suspending/Dispersing Agent

INCI Purpose

GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Risks

Sulfate — Cleansing agent that can strip natural oils and cause dryness

Alternative Names

At a Glance

Suspending agent

Ruled safe as used in makeup and skin care

Maximum usage concentration is 0.5% in leave-on products

White powder in its raw form

Article

Sodium dextran sulfate is a suspending agent used in cosmetics formulations. In its raw form, it is a water-soluble white powder.

The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has ruled sodium dextran sulfate safe as used in makeup and skin care. It is used in concentrations up to 0.5% in leave-on cosmetics.

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