Algin
INCI name
- ALGIN,
Alternative names
- Natriumalginat,
- natri alginas,
- E 401,
- Kelgin,
- Alginate,
- Sodium Alginate,
Origin
- biotechnological,
Definition
- Alginic acid, sodium salt,
INCI function
- binding,
- viscosity regulating,
- moisturizing,
Substance category
No information available
Characteristics
- provides cohesion in cosmetic products
- increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products
- keeps the moisture
- approved for certified natural cosmetics
CAS-No.
- 9005-38-3,
EINECS/EILINCS-No.
No information available
Studies, literature and statements
Kosmetik-Inhaltsstoffe A-Z, page 60
A moisture-containing material derived from algae. Salt of algenic acid. Contains iodine.
Wörterbuch der Kosmetik, page 15
Salts and esters of alginic acid. The alkali salts and magnesium alginate dissolve in water by binding gelatins. Calcium alginate is insoluble in water. Sodium alginate is used as a binding agent and thickener. Protective colloid and base for skin gels, facial masks, toothpaste, and bath products. The viscosity of the gels can be varied by small amounts of calcium ions.
Körperpflegekunde und Kosmetik, page 148
The mucilage alginic acid is extracted from brown algae. It is an acidic polysaccharide of mannuronic and galuronic acid. Sodium, potassium, and ammonium salts of alginic acids in concentrations of 3-6% are most frequently used. Due to the acidic nature and the negative charges in the macromolecule, alginates are sensitive to the addition of electrolytes.
Product examples
This list includes 10 random products that contain Algin.
- Alva Naturkosmetik Handcreme
- Alverde Waschgel Mit Guaranaextrakt
- Guerlain Abeille Royale Lift Serum
- Bärbel Drexel Power-Lift Gesichtsfluid
- Sante Naturkosmetik Color Cream
- Rituals Deep Recovery Night Cream
- Bare Minerals® Barepro&Trade Performance Wear Liquid Foundation
- Filorga Oxygen Peel*
- Adessa Hyalo Dayfluid - Ideale Tagespflege - Anti-Aging Feuchtigkeitscreme
- Biosea Alginat-Maske /Reinigende Und Peelende Lifting-Maske Mit Papaya-Extrakt Biosea Proactif/ Art.:1006