Natto Gum
What Natto Gum is & what it does
Natto Gum is a polysaccharide derived from natto, the fermented soybean product, and is chemically related to polyglutamic acid. In skincare it functions as a humectant and film-forming hydrator, attracting water and leaving a light, smoothing layer on the skin. It is often used as a plant-fermentation-based moisturizing ingredient in essences and serums. It is generally considered gentle and well tolerated.
What is Natto Gum?
Natto Gum is a polysaccharide derived from natto, the fermented soybean product, and is chemically related to polyglutamic acid. It is used as a hydrating skincare ingredient.
What does Natto Gum do in skincare?
It acts as a humectant and film-forming hydrator, attracting water and leaving a light, smoothing layer on the skin. It is used as a plant-fermentation-based moisturizing ingredient.
Is Natto Gum safe?
It is generally considered gentle and well tolerated. It is a common moisturizing ingredient in essences and serums.
Sunscreens with Natto Gum
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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JAYJUN Okra Phyto Mucin Moisture Sun Gel SPF 50+ Pa++++
87/100
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THE YEON Vita Fresh Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa+++
75/100
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Mizon Watermax Moisture BB Cream SPF 30/pa+++
72/100