thickener
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Generally safe·Strong evidence
A cellulose derivative used to thicken gels, serums, and cleansers. It is well studied and widely used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. No meaningful safety concerns have been raised at typical cosmetic use levels.
Products with Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
- 96SNAILWHITEDouble Boosting Anti-aging Serum
- 90Harry'sShave Gel
- 89SimpleKind to Skin Refreshing Face Wash
- 89Clean & ClearPersa-Gel 10
- 88I Dew CareCake My Day Hydrating Wash-Off Mask
- 87O'Keeffe'sWorking Hands Hand Cream
- 87GarnierOmbrelle Face Ultra Light SPF 60
- 86WalgreensAcne Spot Treatment Lotion
- 80NO-ADSunscreen Lotion SPF 85
- 80NO-ADSport Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
- 76Original SourceMint & Tea Tree Shower Gel
- 76Australian GoldExtreme Sport Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
- 76Live CleanArgan Oil Restorative Shampoo
- 75EquateBeauty Energizing Facial Cleanser
- 73Imperial LeatherMoisturising Body Wash
- 69Le Petit MarseillaisVanilla Milk Extra Gentle Shower Cream
- 69PanteneVolume & Body Shampoo
- 66Live CleanGreen Earth Invigorating Body Wash
- 65Dr. Teal'sBody Wash with Melatonin, Lavender & Chamomile & Essential Oils
- 63Bath and Body WorksWarm Vanilla Sugar
- 63NO-ADGeneral Protection SPF 50 Plus Sunscreen Lotion
- 59Dr. Teal'sBody Wash with Prebiotic Lemon Balm and Essential Oil Blend
- 27OlayFresh Outlast Body Wash
References
Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.