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Ingredient Facts
Carboxymethyl dextran
AKA: CMDextran
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
Dextran, carboxymethyl ether
Effective at 2.5%
CAS #
9044-05-7
Form
Powder
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Functions
Bulking
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Gel Forming
Viscosity Controlling
Adds Body & Volume
Creates Protective Barrier
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Creates protective layer
Adds volume
Creates gel consistency
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic polysaccharide derivative developed for pharmaceutical and cosmetic use in the late 20th century. Created as a stabilizing and film-forming agent for modern skincare formulations.