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Humectant / Film Former

POLYGLUCURONIC ACID

CAS 36655-86-4
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A glucuronic-acid polymer used as a humectant and film-former, structurally related to hyaluronic acid. Class is mild and well tolerated; cosmetic-specific peer-reviewed data are thin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Hydrating film
  • Skin conditioning
  • HA-like sensorial

Known concerns

  • Sparse public safety dossier
  • Source-dependent purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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