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ALPHA-GLUCAN POLYSACCHARIDE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A generic alpha-glucan polysaccharide — humectant and skin-conditioning film former. Acts as a mild prebiotic. Generally well-tolerated; source transparency is the variable.

Skin benefits

  • Polysaccharide humectant and film former
  • Soothing skin conditioning
  • Supports skin microbiome / acts as a prebiotic

Known concerns

  • Source not specified in this INCI — could be microbial, plant, or synthetic
  • Compositional variability
  • Limited single-compound cosmetic safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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