Alcaligenes Polysaccharides are the polysaccharides produced by a bacterial culture of Alcaligenes latus Science: Functions: Emulsion Stabilising, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Effective at 0.15%
Form
Powder
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A bioengineered polysaccharide produced by Alcaligenes bacteria, developed in the late 20th century as a natural moisturizing and film-forming agent for modern cosmetics.