Uses of High-substituted Hydroxypropyl Cellulose in Cosmetics

Toner, Essence & Aqueous Serums: 0.05%～0.3%
Slightly thicken formula, suspend pearlescent particles and active microbeads, optimize skin feel without stickiness.
Lotions, Creams & Body Milks: 0.1%～0.7%
Act as rheology modifier to avoid phase separation, assist emulsification, form lightweight moisturizing film.
Shampoos, Body Wash & Hair Conditioners: 0.1%～0.6%
Thicken base and stabilize foam, suspend scrub grains and anti-dandruff particles, deliver smooth hair touch.
Hair Gels, Styling Sprays & Anti-acne Gels: 0.5%～2%
Serve as gel matrix, form dry breathable film for natural styling without stiff residue.
Liquid Foundation, Lip Gloss & Mascara: 0.3%～1.2%
Prevent pigment sedimentation, improve spreadability and fix color via film formation.
Mask Liquids & Jelly-type Sleeping Masks: 0.2%～1%
Boost viscosity to keep essence adhered on skin and avoid dripping.

Uses of Low-substituted Hydroxypropyl Cellulose in Cosmetics

Cleansing powder, soap-based cleansing bar & solid cleanser (main dosage: 0.5%～5%)
Functions as powder binder for easy compression and anti-cracking; swells and disintegrates rapidly on contact with water without caking.
Scrubs & exfoliating products: 1%～3%
Absorbs sebum, works as filler carrier, optimizes scrub feel and stabilizes formula structure.
Powder cosmetics: loose powder, pressed powder, foaming cleansing powder
Binds powder into shape, absorbs excess oil, enhances skin adhesion of powders.
Lyophilized facial mask & solid essence tablet
Structural binder; quickly swells and expands once soaked in water.
Dental powder & oral cleansing powder
Water-absorbing carrier for quick disintegration.