INCI name

BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-1

Biosaccharide gum-1

A polysaccharide obtained by fermentation.

What it is

Biosaccharide gum-1 is a fermentation-derived gum which, according to CosIng, is obtained from sorbitol and consists of repeating units of fucose, galactose and galacturonic acid. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Used in creams, serums, toners, masks and products for sensitive skin.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (253)

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