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Is Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Polysaccharide vegan?

Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Polysaccharide

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Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Polysaccharide is a polysaccharide fraction isolated from the seeds of Linum usitatissimum (flax), family Linaceae. It is used in cosmetics as a skin conditioning and film-forming agent.

Also known as Flax Seed Polysaccharide
INCI name Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Polysaccharide
CosIng ID 94021
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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