| abstract |
The present invention relates to a novel levan compound and a composition containing the same, and more specifically, to a levan compound having improved feeling and transparency inherent to Levan, and a cosmetic and pharmaceutical composition containing the same. According to the present invention, by introducing at least one functional group into the hydroxyl group carried by levan, a novel levan compound having improved feeling and transparency inherent to levan and improved skin moisturizing effect can be obtained. The levan compound of the present invention is excellent in moisturizing effect to the skin and has no toxicity to cells, and thus is suitable for use in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. |