Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a viscosity controlling and absorbent ingredient. It’s in 99 products on Poliage, most often foundation, shampoo and body lotion. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Aluminum starch octenylsuccinate: used to absorb oil or moisture and keep powders flowing.
What it does
Contains Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate: absorbent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate: anticaking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 31809, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as aluminium starch octenylsuccinate.
Products that contain Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Naturium
UV Reflect Antioxidant SPF 50
Sunscreen · Lists silicones, chemical UV filters
Dove
Volume & Fullness Advanced Dry Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, silicones
Kenra Professional
Volume Dry Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
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