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Humectant

KELP SULFATED OLIGOSACCHARIDES

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Sulfated sugars from kelp seaweed used as marine humectants and mild film-formers. Generally well tolerated; thin formal safety record but no notable signals in cosmetic use.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Marine-derived humectant
  • Mild film-forming hydration
  • Antioxidant fucoidan-like activity

Known concerns

  • Limited published safety dossier
  • Possible iodine content from kelp source
  • Batch-variable molecular profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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