Beta -Glucan

Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide composed of b(1-3) linked glucose chains carrying b(1-6) linked glucose sidechains (CAS #: 26874-89-5). It is a large molecule found naturally in the cell walls of yeast, certain mushrooms, seaweeds, and cereals. Despite its large molecular size, smaller fractions of beta-glucan have been shown to penetrate into the skin, reaching as deep as the dermis. It is classified under skin conditioning by CosIng.