Dextrin Isostearate

DEX

8/10

Concern level

High concern

A dextrin-based fatty acid ester used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning ingredient and emollient-like texture modifier. COSMILE Europe classifies it as a skin conditioner; CIR materials list it among polysaccharide-derived cosmetic ingredients. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/nl/inci/ingredienten-2/19410/dextrin-isostearate?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingImproves TextureSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.20% - 5.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin7/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin7/10

acne prone6/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with:

Risks & Warnings

Low-risk ingredient overall, but as a fatty ester it may feel rich or leave a film in some formulas. Specific published hazard data are limited, so very sensitive users should patch test new products. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/nl/inci/ingredienten-2/19410/dextrin-isostearate?utm_source=openai))

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