POTASSIUM CARRAGEENAN

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Potassium carrageenan is used to improve the texture of cosmetic products. It gives a creamy consistency and stabilizes emulsions, making it an excellent thickener.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: This ingredient is considered safe for use in cosmetic products according to current regulations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, potassium carrageenan is plant-based, usually extracted from red algae, making it suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: This algae derivative can sometimes be comedogenic for certain sensitive skin types, although it is generally well tolerated. It presents a low risk of irritation. However, excessive use can sometimes cause a tightening sensation in some people.

Found in: Potassium carrageenan is frequently used in moisturizers, sunscreens, serums, and certain hair care products.

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