Hydrolyzed Beta-Glucan

AKA: Beta-Glucan Hydrolysate

Synthetic

Skin Conditioner

Clean

Hydrolyzed beta-Glucan is the hydrolysate of beta-Glucan derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

Form

Powder

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dehydration

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-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

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

Regulatory Agencies

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR