Biotech polysaccharide
COBETIA MARINA EXOPOLYSACCHARIDES
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polysaccharide produced by the marine bacterium Cobetia marina, used to hydrate and protect skin with a light biopolymer film. It is a sustainable biotech alternative to traditional humectants.
Function
Skin benefits
- Marine bacterial exopolysaccharide with hydrating film
- Provides skin moisturization and barrier support
- Plant- and animal-free biotechnology source
Known concerns
- Limited published cosmetic safety data on this specific organism
- Potential variability in fermentation batches
- Possible mild sensitivity in some users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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