Potassium Cellulose Succinate

AKA “Cellulose derivative, Film-former”

Synthetic

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Ingredient Facts

Potassium cellulose succinate

AKA: Cellulose derivative, Film-former

Synthetic · Opacifying | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Clean

Potassium salt of cellulose succinate Science: Functions: Opacifying, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Form

Powder

Plant-Derived

Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Derived from plant cellulose, typically sourced from wood pulp or cotton linters. Produced through esterification of cellulose with succinic anhydride, then converted to potassium salt.

Function

Opacifying | Skin Conditioning

Benefits

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

Synthetic polymer created in the 20th century by combining cellulose (plant fiber) with succinic acid. Designed as a film-forming and thickening agent for modern cosmetic formulations.

Skin Types

all-skin-types

Best For

Target

General

Melanin-Rich Skin

Suitable

Pregnancy Safe

Yes

EWG Score4

CIR Safety Findings

medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer

Regulatory Status

USAunder review

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Feb 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR