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Thickener

TEA-ALGINATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A triethanolamine salt of seaweed-derived alginate used as a thickener. The alginate component is gentle and biodegradable, but the TEA salt carries class-level nitrosamine-formation concerns.

Function

BINDINGEMULSION STABILISINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Thickening and emulsification
  • Biodegradable polymer
  • Smooth product texture

Known concerns

  • Triethanolamine class — nitrosamine concerns
  • EU regulated TEA limits
  • Possible mild irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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