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Humectant

THIOBACILLUS BAREGENSIS EXOPOLYSACCHARIDES

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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

Sugar polymers made by a thermal-spring bacterium, used to hydrate and soothe sensitive skin. Limited public data but the broader exopolysaccharide class is low-risk.

Function

SKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Hydrating exopolysaccharide film
  • Soothing for sensitive skin
  • From thermal-spring bacterium with traditional cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • Niche bacterial source — sparse public data
  • Composition varies by fermentation
  • Possible reactivity in highly sensitive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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