A multifunctional jelly derived from red algae that can thicken water-based products.
Functions
Fragrance,
Fragrance
Fragrance ingredients add scent to a product or hide ('mask') the undesired aroma of other ingredients.
Fragrance,
Fragrance
Fragrance ingredients add scent to a product or hide ('mask') the undesired aroma of other ingredients.
Binding,
Binding
Binding – bonds ingredients together.
Binding,
Binding
Binding – bonds ingredients together.
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity controlling – changes the thickness of a product.
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity controlling – changes the thickness of a product.
Origin
Algae
Algae
Algae (seaweeds) are aquatic, photosynthetic organisms, ranging from a single cell to several meters in length. They are closely related to plants but belong to a separate, unique kingdom.
Algae
Algae
Algae (seaweeds) are aquatic, photosynthetic organisms, ranging from a single cell to several meters in length. They are closely related to plants but belong to a separate, unique kingdom.
Overview
Agar is a jelly-like substance derived from red algae and consists of a blend of two polysaccharides: agarose and agaropectin.
In skincare products, agar is useful because it creates a water-based gel, which can be used as a viscosity controlling agent through the thickening of emulsions and other water-based products.
In addition, agar can be used as a binding ingredient, in which it helps hold together the various ingredients in a product, such as in emulsions like lotions, creams, and some serums. Agar can also be used as a fragrance, due to its sweet odor.
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