Beta-Glucan Palmitate

Beta-Glucan Palmitate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Beta Glucan Palmitate Ester, Beta Glucan Lipid
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginBeta-glucan is derived from yeast or fungal cell walls, while palmitate comes from palmitic acid. Synthesized through esterification of beta-glucan with palmitic acid or its derivatives.
beta-1,3-Glucan hexadecanoate
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant (CIR report on the ingredient group)
CIR report statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 611)
Not a Sensitizer (CIR report on the ingredient group)
CIR report statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 611)
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2016
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR