Cyclodextrin - Texturizing
As an emulsifier, alpha-cyclodextrin ensures the stability of oil-in-water emulsions: The interior of the doughnut-shaped alpha-cyclodextrin molecule is lipophilic (i.e. fat loving), while its exterior is hydrophilic (water loving). Fatty acid groups can “slip” into the interior of the alpha-cyclodextrin and form a surfactant structure, suitable as an emulsifier.
