Ingredient
HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE
Name / description
Hydroxyethylcellulose (modified cellulose)
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
BINDING
Ensures the cohesion of powdered products
EMULSION STABILISING
Supports emulsion formation and improves product stability
FILM FORMING
Produces a continuous film on skin, hair and / or nails
LIGHT STABILIZER
Protecting the cosmetic product from deterioration effects of light
VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products
Origin
synthetic/plant
Belongs to the following substance groups
Regulating cosmetics
Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.