Snapshot
- Overview
- A modified starch that stabilizes formulas and keeps pigments mixed.
- Category
- Emulsifying, Tone/Texture
- Type
- Emulsifier
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
Sodium starch octenylsuccinate is a plant-derived, chemically modified starch used in cosmetics. It disperses oils into water, stabilizes emulsions, improves slip, and helps suspend pigments in lotions, sprays, sunscreens, and liquid makeup.
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Our take
Is Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate a Good Ingredient?
It earns a Great rating as a well-established, stable polymer emulsifier that improves texture and pigment dispersion with a low irritation profile and broad formulation compatibility.
What it does
Skin Benefits
It delivers a smooth, non-greasy finish and can make makeup appear more even by reducing clumping or separation, and improves slip for easier application and blending.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
It's common in lotions, setting mists, liquid foundations, and sunscreens to keep formulas uniform and comfortable on skin.
Before you use it
Safety
It's considered low risk for irritation and suitable for most skin types. Rare sensitization is possible; discontinue if redness or itching occurs.
Products with Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
