Ingredient record

Pectin

Status

Not listed in the restriction annexes

In brief

Pectin is a natural carbohydrate obtained from plant cell walls, commonly extracted from fruit sources such as citrus peel or apple pomace. In cosmetics it is used to help hold ingredients together, stabilise emulsions and adjust the thickness or texture of a formulation.

Appears in

1 catalogue product

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