Maltodextrin
Maltodextrin is a film forming and skin conditioning ingredient. It’s in 402 products on Poliage, most often serum, deodorant and moisturizer. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A starch-derived carbohydrate powder. Absorbs liquid and thickens or binds formulas.
What it does
Contains Maltodextrin: absorbent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltodextrin: binding
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltodextrin: emulsion-stabilising
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltodextrin: film-forming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltodextrin: hair-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltodextrin: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 35142, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Maltodextrin
Shea Moisture
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Moisture Boosting Conditioner
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
Shea Moisture
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Moisture Boosting Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Tula
24-7 Moisture Intense
Moisturizer · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid
Tula
24-7 Moisture Luminous Brightening Moisturizer
Moisturizer · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, silicones
Tula
24-7 Weightless Moisture
Moisturizer · Lists exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
SkinCeuticals
A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum
Lists fragrance, silicones
Tula
A+ Renewal
Serum · Lists exfoliating acid, retinoid
Unilever
Aclarado perfecto
Lists fragrance, silicones
Vintner’s Daughter
Active Treatment Essence
Toner · Lists exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Medik8
Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream
Moisturizer · Lists silicones
Swiss Toniq Geneva
Advanced Repair 11-in-1 Serum With Essential Oil
Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils
Swiss Toniq Geneva
Advanced Repair 11-in-1 Serum Without Essential Oil
Lists exfoliating acid
Swiss Toniq Geneva
Age Defence Men’s Serum
Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils
Andalou Naturals
Age Defying Apricot Probiotic Cleansing Milk
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Naturium
AHA Exfoliating Mask 10%
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid
Clinique
All About Clean 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask + Scrub
Exfoliant · Lists coconut derivatives
Dr. Squatch
Alpine Sage Deodorant
Deodorant · Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
Naturopathica
Amethyst Peace Mask
Mask · Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
CVS Pharmacy
Antacid Tablets
Lists fragrance
equate
Antacid Tablets
Lists fragrance
Derma E
Anti-Wrinkle Smoothing Eye Cream
Eye cream · Lists exfoliating acid, retinoid
Fekkai
Apple Cider Detox Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Après-shampooing Blond lumière
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Glow Recipe
Avocado Ceramide Moisture Barrier Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
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