Agar

The Basics On Agar

What is Agar?

A gelatinous substance derived from seaweed.

What are other names for Agar?

AGAR, AGAR (GELIDIUM SPP.), AGAR AGAR FLAKE, AGAR-AGAR, AGAROPECTIN, MIXT. WITH AGAROSE, and MIXT. WITH AGAROSE AGAROPECTIN

What is Agar used for?

How Agar is classified

Antioxidants, Plant Extracts, Emollients, Texture Enhancer

Recommendations for using Agar during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Agar During Pregnancy

What we know about using Agar while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

Except for a dose-dependent increase (40-600 mg/kg) in the incidence of missing skeletal sternebrae in rabbits dosed orally with kappa/lambda- carrageenan, the results for polysaccharide gums in reproductive and developmental toxicity studies were essentially negative.

General safety info about Agar from CIR

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel reviewed the safety of 106 ingredients, which function as viscosity increasing agents in cosmetic products. The Panel reviewed relevant animal and human data on these ingredients. The Panel concluded that most of the polysaccharide gums are safe in the present practices of use and concentration in cosmetics, as described in this safety assessment, but that the available data are insufficient to make a determination that hydrolyzed carrageenan is safe under the intended conditions of use in cosmetics. The Panel was concerned about the presence of alkylating and other agents that are used to modify polysaccharide gums in cosmetics. Industry should use good manufacturing practices to limit impurities.

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Products where you might find Agar

Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil, Briogeo Farewell Frizz Rosehip, Argan & Coconut Oil Blend, Josie Maran Surreal Skin Argan Finishing Balm,; Atelier Cologne Emeraude Agar Cologne Absolue Pure Perfume, lilah b. Divine Duo Lip & Cheek, rag & bone Oud Eau de Parfum