INCI name

HYDROLYZED GLYCOSAMINOGLYCANS

Hydrolysed glycosaminoglycans

Hydrolysed GAGs used as humectant and conditioner.

What it is

Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans are the hydrolysate of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), a family of polysaccharides that includes hyaluronic acid. The INCI name does not reveal the source material. CosIng lists it as a humectant and for hair and skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in serums, creams, eye products, masks and hair care.

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.

The label does not show whether the material is of animal, fermentation or other origin.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Humectant
Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
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 (119)

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