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MAIZECARE™ CLARITY POLYMER

INCI: Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

Overview

MaizeCareTM Clarity Polymer is an easy-to-use powder allowing versatility in cosmetic formats and suitable for crystal clear formulation. MaizeCareTM Clarity Polymer is a non-GMO and bio-derived hair fixative offering hair benefits such as humidity resistance, durability and frizz-control. MaizeCareTM Clarity Polymer is a biodegradable and naturally derived film former that offers a non-tacky feel. This corn-based ingredient can be used in high-performing skin and make-up formulations for its long-lasting, soft-focus, skin tightening effects and sebum resistance properties. MaizeCareTM Clarity Polymer is an off-white to beige powder with a pH between 6-8 (1%). It is stable under recommended storage conditions and is not explosive. It may form combustible dust concentrations in air.

Formulation benefits
  • Pore Refinement
  • Soft Focus
  • Wrinkle Masking
  • Film Former
  • Suitable for Clear Systems
  • Frizz Control
  • Humidity Resistance
  • Long Lasting
  • Flexible Hold
  • Sebum Resistance
Applications
FoundationMakeup BasesStyling Aids/FixativesBody CareFacial Care

Formulation snapshot

Typical phase

Any phase

Phase placement depends on your full formula — confirm with the supplier TDS.

Functional role

Functional Ingredients — supports the overall formula.

Pairs well with

  • Complementary ingredients from the same phase

Handling watch-outs

  • Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.

Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.

Supplier
Dow
CAS
68412-29-3, 77-92-9, 7732-18-5

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