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Humectant

SODIUM POLYGAMMA-GLUTAMATE

Updated
87

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The sodium salt of gamma-PGA, a fermentation-derived biopolymer (originally from natto). Acts as a powerful humectant — holds many times its weight in water — with an excellent biodegradability and safety profile.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGHAIR FIXINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • High water-binding humectant
  • Forms breathable moisturizing film
  • Biopolymer biodegradable
  • Boosts hyaluronic acid synthesis in skin

Known concerns

  • Rare allergic response in fermentation-sensitive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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