Thickener
MANNOSYLGLUCURONYL MANNOSYLGLUCAN
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A natural polysaccharide biopolymer made by fermentation, used to thicken and stabilise cosmetic emulsions. High-MW sugar polymers like this are not absorbed and have an excellent safety record.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stabilises emulsions and viscosity
- Naturally derived via fermentation
- Good skin compatibility
Known concerns
- Possible microbial contamination if poorly preserved
- Sparse independent toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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