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Humectant

SODIUM POLYGAMMA-GLUTAMATE CROSSPOLYMER

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84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A crosslinked, sodium-salt poly(gamma-glutamic acid) — fermentation-derived humectant and stabilizer. Strong biocompatibility, biodegradable, with no major topical safety signals.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGHAIR CONDITIONINGHUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Humectant
  • Emulsion stabilization
  • Biodegradable
  • Microbially derived

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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