🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
An oligosaccharide derived from brown algae (kelp) via enzymatic hydrolysis. It acts as an incredible anti-pollution shield, physically capturing heavy metals (like PM2.5 smog) before they damage the skin.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Reduces urban inflammation, protects the barrier, and soothes stressed skin.
💡 Pro Tip
Often paired with Zinc Sulfate for a massive anti-acne/anti-pollution complex.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It is highly comedogenic like raw kelp.
The Science
The enzymatic hydrolysis breaks it down into non-comedogenic, functional sugars.