OriginDerived from brown seaweed (kelp) through extraction of naturally occurring alginic acid. Produced by converting alginic acid to its ammonium salt through chemical neutralization.
Ammonium alginate has been reported in Laminaria abyssalis, Ascoseira mirabilis, and other organisms with data available.
Formula
C14H22O13
Mol. Weight
398.32
CAS #
9005-34-9
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Creates Protective Barrier
Controls Viscosity
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
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