Common Name(s): Sodium oxidized cellulose
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Forms a biodegradable film and modifies texture from a sustainable cellulose source.
Why It's Used: Used as a sustainable, biodegradable alternative to synthetic film formers and thickeners.
How It Works: Cellulose oxidation introduces carboxylate groups enabling water solubility; sodium salt form is stable; the modified cellulose provides film forming and thickening.
Typically Found In: Sustainable skin care,film-forming products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient – film former
Secondary Functions: Film former,viscosity controlling
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–3%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required
Source Notes: Oxidized cellulose from plant (cotton or wood pulp) origin; sodium salt form. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Hyaluronic acid,xanthan gum,other natural polymers
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Oxidized cellulose derivatives represent a class of biodegradable film formers from renewable plant cellulose; preferred over synthetic polymers in sustainability-focused formulations.
Last Verified: 2026-03-28
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary