Hydroxyethylcellulose is one of those ingredients that you may think sounds like some sort of synthetic, harsh chemical. ... Both of these are common ingredients found in both food and body care products and most of us consider these ingredients to be pretty harmless as far as toxicity is concerned.

Hydroxyethylcellulose is one of those ingredients that you may think sounds like some sort of synthetic, harsh chemical. ... Both of these are common ingredients found in both food and body care products and most of us consider these ingredients to be pretty harmless as far as toxicity is concerned.

Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) is a cellulose-derived thickening and the gelling agent used in capsules containing hydrophobic drugs in order to improve dissolution of drugs within GI fluids in a method known as the hydrophilization method.

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose is extensively used in hair care products. HEC is not directly beneficial to your hair, but when added to the hair care products it gives a thick and creamy texture to your favourite hair care and personal care products.

HYDROXYETHYL CELLULOSE LOW VISCOSITY 145mPas