humectant

ALPHA-GLUCAN

humectantskin conditioning

INCI Name

ALPHA-GLUCAN

Functions

2 Roles

Sustainability

N/A

Category

humectant

What It Does

alpha-Glucan is a highly branched, cyclic polysaccaride produced by the action of branching enzyme on starch. It consists of 500 to 2000 glucopyranose units

Ingredient Attributes

Ingredient Compatibility

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Quick Reference

Full INCI Name
ALPHA-GLUCAN
Category
humectant

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