Description

Oxidized beta-glucan is a chemical compound, the result of the oxidation process of Beta-glucan. Beta-glucan is a generic term for polysaccharides with a linear structure that contain beta bonds. They have a high viscosity and are water-soluble. They have a molecular weight-related prebiotic action that positively influences normalisation of serum cholesterol levels, has an anti-obesity effect, and can reduce postprandial glucose elevation. Recent studies have shown that they can also be useful in modern strategies for preventing and inhibiting tumour growth.

What it is used for and where
Cosmetics
Antidandruff agent. Ingredient designed to reduce or eliminate dandruff, a scalp disorder that manifests itself in the formation of scales.

Antimicrobial agent. This ingredient is able to suppress or inhibit the growth and replication of a broad spectrum of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses by making the stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal.

Deodorant agent. When substances that give off an unpleasant odour are included in cosmetic formulations (typical examples are methyl mercaptan and hydrogen sulphide derived from garlic), deodorants attenuate or eliminate the unpleasant exhalation.

Exfoliant. When the skin shows photodamage, pigmentation disorders, acne, actinic keratoses, or scarring, it may be useful to perform a procedure, using exfoliating ingredients, which is called chemical peeling (chemoexfoliation or chemical exfoliation) and which should improve or restore the skin's appearance.

Skin conditioning agent - Miscellaneous. This ingredient has the task of modifying the condition of the skin when it is damaged or dry by reducing its flakiness and restoring its elasticity.
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