Repair Technology ·
Beta-Glucan
What is it?
A water-soluble polysaccharide (often derived from oats or yeast), used in skincare to support barrier repair and calm visible irritation.
What does it do?
According to PubMed, a 2026 study of carboxymethyl beta-glucan found it activated Dectin-1 receptors, reduced pro-inflammatory mediators while boosting anti-inflammatory IL-10, increased tight-junction and collagen-I expression, and accelerated wound repair with reduced transepidermal water loss in a 3D reconstructed human skin model -- real mechanistic and tissue-model evidence, though the authors themselves note further clinical studies are warranted.
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This page provides general skincare information and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Ingredient interactions and evidence summaries reflect published, cited sources — not a personal assessment of your skin. For medical skin conditions, rashes, pregnancy/lactation questions or persistent concerns, please consult a licensed dermatologist or HPCSA-registered practitioner.