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Chitosan

Rating: Best
Benefits: Soothing
Categories: Texture Enhancer

Chitosan Description

Derived from chitin, a polysaccharide found in the exoskeletons of shrimp, lobster, and crabs. There is extensive research showing it can be effective in skin restoring and soothing.
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Chitosan References

Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, November 2002, issue 11, pages 1453-1459
International Journal of Food Microbiology, March 2002, issues 1-2, pages 65-72
Biomaterials, November 2001, issue 21, pages 2959-2966
Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, August 2001, issue 8, pages 1047-1067
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