Galactoarabinan
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Galactoarabinan
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Sugar-Based Active
Synthetic
Clean
Galactoarabinan is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
CAS #
9036-66-2
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
Incomplete or unclear INCI name provided; cannot determine traditional use without clarification.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 2%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 680).
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
CANADApermitted
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR