Hydroxypropylcellulose
Hydroxypropylcellulose is an emulsifying and viscosity controlling ingredient. It’s in 17 products on Poliage, most often conditioner, exfoliant and shampoo. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
What it does
Contains Hydroxypropylcellulose: binding
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hydroxypropylcellulose: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hydroxypropylcellulose: emulsion-stabilising
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hydroxypropylcellulose: film-forming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hydroxypropylcellulose: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 34539, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as hydroxypropyl cellulose and hydroxypropylcellulosum.
Products that contain Hydroxypropylcellulose
Axe
Anti-transpirant Aqua bergamot 48h
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Be Atomic
Be Atomic bain douche moussant senteur fleur de coton
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates
The Body Shop
Blue Musk Zest Anti-Perspirant Deodorant
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Thrive Causemetics
Bright Balance 2-in-1 Instant Exfoliator
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
The vitamin shoppe
Calcium Magnesium zinc
None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Yves Rocher
Gel à raser glisse optimale fraîcheur homme
Lists fragrance
L’Oréal
Gel peaux sensibles bacti fresh
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, coconut derivatives
Philosophy
instant glow peeling mousse
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, coconut derivatives
The Body Shop
Jamaican Black Castor Oil Cleansing Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Williams
Lectric Shave
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Olaplex
Nº.4CURL BOND SHAPER HYDRATING CURL SHAMPOO FULL SIZE
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Olaplex
Nº.4CURL BOND SHAPER HYDRATING CURL SHAMPOO LITER
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Olaplex
Nº.4CURL BOND SHAPER HYDRATING CURL SHAMPOO TRAVEL SIZE
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Olaplex
Nº.5CURL BOND SHAPER HYDRATING CURL CONDITIONER FULL SIZE
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils
Olaplex
Nº.5CURL BOND SHAPER HYDRATING CURL CONDITIONER LITER
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils
Olaplex
Nº.5CURL BOND SHAPER HYDRATING CURL CONDITIONER TRAVEL SIZE
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils
iS Clinical
Tri-Active Exfoliating Masque
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid
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