Film Former
GLYCERYL ALGINATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Glycerol-modified alginate from brown seaweed used as a hydrating film former and thickener. Marine-polymer chemistry; broadly low-risk and well tolerated.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hydrating film former from seaweed
- Skin conditioning and softening
- Helps thicken and stabilise gels
Known concerns
- Limited published cosmetic safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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