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Humectant

ALPHA-GLUCAN

86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A natural glucose polymer used as a humectant and skin-feel agent. Well tolerated, biodegradable, and increasingly used as a sustainable alternative to synthetic film-formers.

Function

HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Polysaccharide humectant
  • Smooth, silky skin feel
  • Supports microbiome balance

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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