Cellulose Succinate

Cellulose Succinate

AKA “Cellulose Succinate”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Cellulose succinate

Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Humectant

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Clean

Cellulose Succinate is the ester of Cellulose and Succinic acid Science: Functions: Humectant, Opacifying, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Form

Powder

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Functions

Humectant

A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.

Opacifying

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

A synthetic cellulose derivative created for cosmetic use. Used as a texture modifier and film-forming agent in contemporary skincare and makeup products.