Beta-glucan
Commonly known as: β-glucan.
I.N.C.I. list name: Beta-Glucan or Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan.
Extraction process: /
Source: Plant-based (oats).
Botanical name: Avena sativa L.
Family: Poaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Seeds.
Origin, provenance: /
Chemical properties: Glucose Polysaccharide
Properties: Emulsion, gel, true aqueous solution.
Required dosage in cosmetic products:
Function: Skin maintenance agent.
Specificities: Hydrating, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, photoprotective, soothing, regenerating, film-forming, softening.
Benefits: All skin types, particularly dry skin, skin prone to atopic conditions, mature skin, and dehydrated skin.
Details
Usage
Facial Care (face serums, night masks, face creams, toning lotions, eye contour creams/gels, makeup removal milks); Body Care (hand and foot creams, sun care products, body balms).
Method of Preservation
Store at room temperature, protected from moisture and light.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
Beta-glucan is a safe-to-use active ingredient, well tolerated by all skin types, with no recorded adverse effects.