What it is
Polianthes tuberosa polysaccharide is a polysaccharide, a large sugar molecule, obtained from the tuberose plant, often from cultured plant cells. As a polysaccharide it forms a moisture-binding film on the skin and acts as a humectant, helping the surface feel hydrated and conditioned. It is typically used at low levels to support a soft, supple skin feel.
Safety & warnings
Plant-derived polysaccharides like this are generally well tolerated and gentle. This ingredient is the polysaccharide fraction rather than a fragrance material, so it is not a recognized fragrance allergen, and it is not considered comedogenic.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, a polysaccharide derived from Polianthes tuberosa (tuberose), commonly produced through plant cell culture.
Questions everyone asks
What is tuberose polysaccharide?
It is a large sugar molecule extracted from the tuberose plant that binds moisture on the skin and acts as a humectant.
Is this the same as tuberose fragrance?
No. This is the polysaccharide (sugar polymer) fraction of the plant used for hydration, not the floral scent material.