Water-soluble polysaccharide from black yeast fermentation; forms transparent film on skin; instant tightening effect; antioxidant; used in delivery systems for active ingredients; very low sensitization risk; biodegradable
Function & Common Use
Film Former / Antioxidant / Skin Conditioning
Film Former
Instant firming serums sheet masks film-forming products
Biotechnological (Aureobasidium pullulans fermentation)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: None
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pullulan safe to use in skincare?
Pullulan has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Water-soluble polysaccharide from black yeast fermentation; forms transparent film on skin; instant tightening effect; antioxidant; used in delivery systems for active ingredients; very low sensitization risk; biodegradable
Is Pullulan allowed in India?
Pullulan is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Pullulan used for in cosmetics?
Pullulan functions as: Film Former / Antioxidant / Skin Conditioning. It is commonly found in: Instant firming serums sheet masks film-forming products.
Regulatory Status
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies
Identifiers
Want to check if your product contains Pullulan?
Analyse a ProductProducts containing Pullulan
Reviewed by The Clean Sheet, with our verdict.