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Is Prasinococcus Capsulatus Exopolysaccharides vegetarian?

Prasinococcus Capsulatus Exopolysaccharides

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Prasinococcus Capsulatus Exopolysaccharides are exopolysaccharides produced through fermentation by the unicellular alga Prasinococcus capsulatus, used in cosmetics as film-forming or skin-conditioning agents.

Also known as Capsulan
INCI name Prasinococcus Capsulatus Exopolysaccharides
CosIng ID 96307
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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