The Basics On Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
What is Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans?
Combination of polysaccharides derived from the hydrolysis of glucosamine and glucuronic acid.
What are other names for Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans?
AMINO ACIDS, COLLAGEN, ANIMAL COLLAGEN AMINO ACIDS, COLLAGEN AMINO ACIDS, ENZYMATICALLY HYDROLYZED ANIMAL PROTEIN; FEATHERS, HYDROLYZED, and PROTEIN HYDROLYZATES
What is Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans used for?
hygroscopic properties and a small molecular structure that favors penetration into the outer epidermal layers
How Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans is classified
Skin-Replenishing, Skin-Softening
Recommendations for using Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans During Pregnancy
What we know about using Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
No published DART studies on ectodermal-derived proteins and peptides were discovered and no unpublished data were submitted.
General safety info about Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans from CIR
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel reviewed the safety of 19 ectodermal-derived proteins and peptides, which function mainly as skin and/or hair conditioning agents in cosmetics. The Panel reviewed relevant data provided in this safety assessment, and concluded that these ingredients are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment.
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Products where you might find Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
SK-II Pitera Power Kit; Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer; OUAI Detox Shampoo
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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