Agarosa: a powerful ally of the cosmetic industry

As we mentioned earlier in our news ‘the use of agar in cosmetics’, agar-agar has been used in cosmetics for centuries. However, its introduction in research and development laboratories for cosmetic products dates back to the 20th century, when extracts derived from algae began to be used for the manufacture of soaps, shampoos, and other types of hygiene products. 

Its application was very successful thanks to the beneficial properties that algae provided: mineral salts, amino acids, and a high content of trace elements. Consumers appreciated the good appearance of their skin and how it easily absorbed these products without problems. 

The gelling and stabilizing properties, without incorporating fat into the product and being non-toxic or irritating to skin cells, have made agar a advantageous ingredient for the industry. 

Moreover, the agarose we extract through the purification of agar has also become an ally in the manufacturing of aesthetic products, mainly acting as a filler agent. For example, it is used in easy rejuvenation treatments. 

Different companies in the aesthetics world highlight the properties of agarose gels and base the good results they obtain on the fact that it is a material with a high water content, 100% natural, biocompatible, and biodegradable. Another important characteristic they highlight about agarose gels is that as a filler agent it does not migrate and maintains its shape well, integrating stably into tissues. This subdermal filler gel is easy for experts to handle and is less painful for the patient, reducing the formation of bruises and inflammation.