APHANOTHECE SACRUM EXOPOLYSACCHARIDES cosmetic ingredient

Description

Aphanothece Sacrum Exopolysaccharides are the exopolysaccharides isolated from the alga, Aphanothece sacrum, Aphanothecaceae.

The functions of the cosmetic ingredient

ABSORBENT : Taking up water- and/or oil-soluble (dissolved or finely dispersed) substances.

EMULSION STABILISING : Helping the process of emulsification and improving emulsion stability and shelf-life.

FILM FORMING : Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING : Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.