Humectant ingredient
Glycoproteins
A broad INCI category covering proteins covalently linked to carbohydrate chains. In cosmetics, 'Glycoproteins' as a listed ingredient typically refers to the glycoprotein fraction derived from yeast ferments (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) or bacterial ferments. Functions as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent. The term is less specific than named glycoproteins such as Fibronectin or Laminin — it indicates a mixed glycoprotein fraction rather than a single defined molecule.
skin-conditioninghumectantfilm-forming
Benefits
- ✓Sugar-protein conjugates (glycoproteins) act as humectants and skin-conditioning agents, attracting and retaining moisture at the skin surface
- ✓Present naturally in yeast and bacterial ferments — fermentation-derived glycoproteins are the typical cosmetic source
- ✓Support the skin's natural moisturizing mechanisms by mimicking components of the extracellular matrix
No known watch-fors.
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Yeast Extract+ Sodium Hyaluronate+ Ceramide NP
