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Mannan
Mannan is a polysaccharide with the CAS numbers 9036-88-8 / 51395-96-1 and the chemical/IUPAC name D-Mannosan. It is listed in the CosIng database with a film-forming function. It appears as an ingredient across a wide range of cosmetic product types including toners, serums, cleansers, and exfoliants.
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According to the source, mannan's officially recognized cosmetic function is film forming, which may help create a thin layer on the skin surface. No additional skin benefits are described in the source.
film-forming
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