Humectant
HYDROLYZED SEA HARE GLYCOSAMINOGLYCANS
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycan extract from sea hare (a marine mollusk) used as a humectant and skin conditioner. Animal-derived sourcing, marine-allergen potential, and limited safety data put it in the moderate-caution range.
Function
Skin benefits
- Humectant water-binding action
- Marine-source GAG conditioning
- Light film-forming effect
Known concerns
- Animal-derived material requires sourcing controls
- Potential viral/bacterial trace risk if poorly purified
- Allergenic potential from marine proteins
- Sustainability concerns for sea hare harvesting
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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