lichenin
/ˈlaɪkənɪn/
noun
- A type of starch-like carbohydrate found in certain lichens, used as a thickener or stabilizer in some foods and cosmetics.
- The cosmetic company added lichenin to its lotion for its smooth, thickening properties.
- Lichenin is extracted from Iceland moss and used as a gelling agent in some desserts.
- In traditional medicine, lichenin was sometimes used to soothe sore throats.