- Dryness C
- Amount studies used
- 0.1–1%
- When
- morning and evening
- Irritation
- low
Grades were set by reading this ingredient’s studies. They describe the ingredient, not every product that contains it.
How much products actually contain
8 products state the amountmedian 0.006%0% at or above the amount studies used (0.1–1%)
- under 0.01% 5
- 0.01–0.1% 3
- 0.1–1% 0
- 1% or more 0
Amounts are mostly stated by products named after the ingredient, so they may lean towards token amounts.
Of the products containing it, 307 list it before the 1% line and 760 after it (usually 1% or less).
Where no amount is stated, a product listing it early reaches the study amount about 37% of the time, one listing it late about 4%.
Clinical evidence grade by skin concern
- C
- uncontrolled or multi-ingredient studies
Products using this ingredient
12 of 1,066 confirmed · likeliest to carry enough first · See all 1,066
VARIHOPEAHA BHA PHA Refining Boost Serum 15g37% chance of enough
Glow RecipeGlow Recipe Blueberry Bounce Gentle Cleanser37% chance of enough
Glow RecipeGlow Recipe Mini Blueberry Bounce Gentle Cleanser37% chance of enough
THE LAB by blanc douxOligo Hyaluronic Acid Deep Toner 200ml37% chance of enough
THE LAB by blanc douxOligo Hyaluronic Acid Deep Toner 500ml Jumbo Size37% chance of enough
THE LAB by blanc douxOligo Hyaluronic Acid Deep Toner Refill Can 238ml37% chance of enough
PUREDERMMulti-Step Hydro Synergy Gel Mask37% chance of enough
GraymelinAlaska Natural Toner 500ml37% chance of enough
AMPLE:NCentella Calming Shot Cica Soothing Ampoule 100ml37% chance of enough
SidmoolHomme All In Moisture Cream37% chance of enough
SidmoolBulgarian Rose Essential37% chance of enough
SidmoolAquaporin Real Moisture Mask Pack37% chance of enough
Definition
Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide consisting of β(1-3), β(1-4), and β(1-6) linked glucose units
Cosmetic roles
Points to consider
Considered highly safe for topical use. Non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Rare reactions are uncommon.
Safety & regulatory references
Other restriction: ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
Source: EU CosIng ingredient list
Reviewed by CIR: Safety Assessment of Microbial Polysaccharides as Used in Cosmetics
More data — names, identifiers, properties, test records, literature
Official labels & definitions
JCIA labelling name グルカン: 本品は、グルコースがβ-1,3グルコシド結合した多糖類である。
Source: JCIA labelling names (Japan)
JCIA labelling name β-グルカン: 本品は、グルコースがβ(1-3)、β(1-4)及びβ(1-6)結合した多糖類である。
Source: JCIA labelling names (Japan)
Names & identifiers
- CAS No.chemical registry number
- 1439905-58-4
- CAS No.chemical registry number
- 1439905-58-4 / 53238-80-5 / 55965-23-6
- CAS No.chemical registry number
- 51052-65-4
- CAS No.chemical registry number
- 53238-80-5
- CAS No.chemical registry number
- 55965-23-6
- EC No.EU chemical inventory number
- 258-443-2
- EC No.EU chemical inventory number
- 310-127-6
Related literature
- The effect of beta-glucan on wound healing: a systematic review and meta-analysis · 2025
- Adverse Reactions to Yeast Beta-Glucan Supplementation in Two Dogs with Inflammatory Bowel Disease · 2026
- Formula with docosahexaenoic acid, prebiotics, and beta‐glucan supports respiratory and skin health in children (382.6) · 2014
- [Effectiveness of the treatment with beta-glucan in the HPV-CIN 1 lesions]. · 2010
- [Role of beta-glucan in the treatment of recurrent candidiasis and HPV-correlated lesions and reparative process of epidermis]. · 2010
Linked databases 10
- Australian Industrial Chemicals Inventory (AICIS)
- China inventory of existing ingredients (IECIC)
- EU CosIng ingredient list 2
- JCIA labelling names (Japan)
- Korea Cosmetic Association ingredient dictionary
- MFDS (Korea) cosmetic ingredient register 2
- Tlooto literature search 2 3 4 5
- US Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) 2
- US EPA DSSTox chemical database
- US FDA substance registration (GSRS)