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Hydrator / Humectant

Glycogen

Often labeled as: Cellular Fuel

The energy-storing carbohydrate.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A multi-branched polysaccharide that serves as a form of energy storage in human cells. Topically, it replenishes exhausted cells and drastically increases the efficacy of other active ingredients.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Re-energizes dull skin, boosts hyaluronic acid synthesis, and smooths wrinkles.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Perfect for skin that looks grey, sallow, and tired.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It feeds yeast and causes fungal acne.

The Science

It is a functional cellular energy source and is generally very safe for the microbiome.