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Dextran
DextranHydrator
A sugar polymer made by fermentation — holds water at the surface and dries to a light, smoothing film.
What it does
A sugar-based ingredient made by fermenting sugar. It holds water at the skin’s surface, leaves a light smoothing film, and adds body to a product.
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