Cellulose Succinate
AKA “Cellulose Succinate”
Humectant
Ingredient Facts
Cellulose succinate
Humectant · Humectant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Cellulose Succinate is the ester of Cellulose and Succinic acid
Form
Powder
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Opacifying
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic cellulose derivative created for cosmetic use. Used as a texture modifier and film-forming agent in contemporary skincare and makeup products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR