Agar
Agar is an emulsifier used in skincare. It's found in 25 products in our database, making it a moderately popular ingredient.
What it does
Holds the formula together
Who it's best for
A supporting ingredient — found in most cream and lotion formulas.
- Essential for product stability, not typically chosen by the consumer
- Generally well-tolerated across all skin types
- Helps oil and water phases blend into a smooth, usable texture
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
25 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Agar
Masks
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See all spf products→Top products with Agar
Biodance Bio Collagen Real Deep Spicule 2 Step Mask - 4 Pack for Glow & Pore Care
Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)
Real Deep Mask Gift Set - 4 Masks for Pore Care, Hydration, Calming and Dark Spot Treatment
Silk Peptide EGF Heart Fit Volume Lifting Ampoule
PDRN Reedle Shot Firming Eye Cream
The Eye Patches
PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Capsule Mist
Abeille Royale Double Clarify & Repair Essence
Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask
Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask for Pore Minimizing & Firming Care
Radiant Vita Niacinamide Real Deep Mask – 4 Pack for Brightening Dull Skin & Dark Spot Care
Gokujyun Perfect Gel
Probioderm Collagen Remodeling Serum Gel Mask Sheet
Skin Plumping Gel Cream
Refreshing Sea Kelp Real Deep Mask - 4 pack for Calming & Sebum Control
Find Comfort Hydrating Under Eye Patches
Faded Under Eye Brightening & Clearing Eye Masks
Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30
UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel SPF 50+
Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub
Frequently asked questions
What does Agar do in skincare?
Agar is classified as "holds the formula together" in skincare formulations. Holds the formula together.
Is Agar safe for sensitive skin?
Agar is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Agar?
25 products in our database contain Agar. The highest-rated is Biodance Biodance Bio Collagen Real Deep Spicule 2 Step Mask - 4 Pack for Glow & Pore Care scoring 9.1/9.8.
Can I use Agar every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.