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Hydroxyethylcellulose

KEY BENEFITS

  • Helps skin retain moisture, enhancing hydration.

  • Helps ensure even application of product.

  • Thickens and stabilises emulsions (creams).

Hydroxyethylcellulose

A gelling and thickening agent derived from cellulose, a sugar found in the cell walls of plants, hydroxyethylcellulose is valued for its ability to stabilise skincare formulas. It can also be used in wound healing applications. 


It  forms a thin, protective film on the skin that can help retain moisture and enhance hydration.

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