Is Polysaccharides safe in cosmetics?
Polysaccharides has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Polysaccharides
INCI: POLYSACCHARIDES
Polysaccharides is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning, Film Forming, Humectant, Viscosity Controlling, Emulsion. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
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Function
Skin Conditioning, Film Forming, Humectant, Viscosity Controlling, Emulsion Stabilizing
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR assessed polysaccharide gums as safe in cosmetics; not genotoxic, not irritants, not sensitizers at use concentrations
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Polysaccharides.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Polysaccharides.
Regulatory Flags
natural-derived
biopolymer
film-former
humectant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polysaccharides allowed in the EU?
Polysaccharides EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polysaccharides do in cosmetics?
Polysaccharides functions as: Skin Conditioning, Film Forming, Humectant, Viscosity Controlling, Emulsion Stabilizing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
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