Sodium Octenyl Succinate
What is Sodium Octenyl Succinate?
A modified starch used as an emulsifier and texture enhancer. Helps stabilize formulas and improve skin feel.
Roles in Formulation
This ingredient serves the following purposes in cosmetic formulations:
Emollient
Softens and smooths skin by filling in surface roughness and improving slip; can also help reduce moisture loss when paired with occlusives and film formers.
Skin conditioning agent
Maintains skin softness, smoothness, and flexibility.