ALGINIC ACID

Ingredient type:  TEXTURE

✨ Role: Alginic acid is used in cosmetics for its thickening and gelling properties. It helps stabilize formulas and improve product texture, making creams and lotions smoother.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is considered safe.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is plant-based, derived from algae.

✨ Note: Alginic acid has a good tolerance profile, but it may cause mild irritation in some sensitive individuals. It is valued for its ability to form a protective film on the skin's surface.

Found in: Often used in creams, lotions, gels, and face masks.

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