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Key benefits: Hydration.

Glycosaminoglycans

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Mucopolysaccharides, glycosaminoglycans, chondroitin sulfate-dermatan sulfate-contg., skin

Purpose

Also known as mucopolysaccharides; these are a fundamental component of skin tissue.

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Category

Humectant

INCI Purpose

FILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

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At a Glance

Article

Also known as mucopolysaccharides, these are a fundamental component of skin tissue, essentially a group of complex proteins. Chondroitin sulfate and hyaluronic acid are part of this ingredient group, all of which function as skin-replenishing and restoring ingredients.

See: Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Mucopolysaccharide

References

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