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Humectant

HYDROLYZED CARRAGEENAN

CAS 53973-98-1 Updated
88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A hydrolysed red-algae polysaccharide — broken into shorter fragments for better skin feel and lower viscosity. Used as a gentle film-forming humectant. Topical safety is excellent; oral-intake debates do not transfer to skin use.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin conditioning and humectant
  • Mild thickening and texture
  • Plant-derived (red seaweed)
  • Compatible with sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • Oral carrageenan controversy doesn't apply topically
  • Rare allergy to seaweed-derived ingredients

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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