Synonym(s)
Alginic acid, potassium salt; CAS number: 9005-36-1
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
"Potassium" means potassium, "alginate" means salts/esters of alginic acid. Potassium alginate, the potassium salt of alginic acid is used in cosmetic formulations.
The mixture of substances acts as a binder (ensures the desired cohesion of powdery, powdery or creamy products, prevents the separation of solids and liquid components), viscosity regulator (increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products) and as an emulsion stabilizer (supports the formation of emulsions and improves the stability and shelf life of emulsions).
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