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Amylopectin
Amylopectin
A branched plant-starch component used to thicken formulas and give a soft, smooth feel.
What it does
Amylopectin is the branched form of starch. It is used to thicken and add body to a formula and to leave a soft, smooth feel on the skin surface. It is a texture ingredient rather than a skin active.
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