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CHITOSAN ARGININAMIDE

85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A polymer conjugate of chitosan and arginine that enhances skin penetration and has moisturizing and film-forming properties; generally safe with low irritation potential.

CHITOSAN ARGININAMIDE is the product of the reaction between chitosan (derived from crustacean shells) and the amino acid arginine. This modification enhances chitosan's solubility and skin-affinity properties. Chitosan derivatives are widely used in cosmetics for their film-forming, moisturizing, and antimicrobial properties. No EU cosmetic restrictions identified; potential concern for crustacean allergy sufferers.

Skin benefits

  • Moisturizing
  • Film-forming barrier
  • Antimicrobial properties
  • Enhances skin penetration of actives

Known concerns

  • Potential crustacean/shellfish allergy concern

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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