Maltodextrin Bon Absorbant Régule le sébum Hydratation Maltodextrin at a glance Plant-based sugar Serves as an absorbent and binding agent Also acts as a stabilizer, film-forming agent, + skin softener Ruled safe as used in cosmetics Maltodextrin description Maltodextrin is a plant-based sugar created by hydrolyzing a saccharide with starch from corn, potato, or rice. Maltodextrin does many things in cosmetic products, including absorbent, binding agent, stabilizer, film-forming agent, and skin-softener. It has been ruled safe as used in skin care products. Typical usage levels are between 1–2%. Related ingredients: Saccharides