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Thickener

AGAROSE

CAS 9012-36-6
88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A purified polysaccharide from seaweed (the gelling fraction of agar). Inert, biocompatible, non-irritating — used as a thickener and film former.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Natural gelling polymer
  • Soothing film
  • Inert and biocompatible

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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