Fucogel® PHPE is an anionic polysaccharide with a high molecular weight (1.106 Da) obtained by bacterial fermentation of non-GMO vegetable substrates. It consists of L-fucose, D-galactose, and galacturonic acid, and has both key active and sensory properties that allow for easy and quick access to skin well-being.

INCI Name: 1,2-Hexanediol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol

Functions: Anti-Aging Agent, Moisturizing Agent, Soothing Agent

Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Halal, Natural, Preservative-free

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS, ECOCERT GREENLIFE, Halal, IECIC (China), ISO 16128

Benefit Claims: Anti-Aging, Cell Regeneration, Highly Restructuring, Moisturizing, Softening, Soothing, Strengthening

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Skin Care Applications
Sun Care Applications
Use Level
1 - 20%
Applications

Fucogel® is a universal reference for cosmetic :

  • Soothing, moisturizing, anti-aging, restructuring & touch care
  • Face, body, hair, sun and make up care
  • Care for all ages, all types of skin and hair
  • Gel, emulsion, gel-cream, lotion, foaming

Properties

Physical Form
Preservatives

None

Additives
Propanediol 10%
1.2-hexanediol 2%
Pentylene glycol 1%
Ethylhexylglycerine 0.05%

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory Status

Authorized for use in EU, USA, Japan, China, Australia and Canada.

Technical Details & Test Data

Mechanism of Action

Renowned for being a universal and multifunctional reference in cosmetic industry, Fucogel® owns both key active and sensory properties to easily and quickly access skin well-being. Easy to formulate, melting hair and skin needs, suitable for all types of formulas and applications, comfort and softness booster, Fucogel® is also distinguished for its large performance: short-term soothing, moisturizing, anti-aging, restructuring and touching agent. Fucogel® owes its biological effectiveness from its affinity for fucose receptors in the skin but also from its unique ability to modulate neuronal sensitivity through the ASIC pathway.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • China
  • Europe
  • Japan
  • USA