Anhydroxylitol
Our database includes 1,070 products that contain Anhydroxylitol.
Explained
This ingredient is created from dehydrating xylitol in acidic conditions. Xylitol is a famous sugar and humectant.
Much like its predecessor, anhydroxylitol is a humectant. Humectants attract and hold water to moisturize the skin.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol (24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
This ingredient is often derived from plants such as wood and sugarcane.
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What it does
Humectant
A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.7%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with Anhydroxylitol
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
54477
INCI Name
ANHYDROXYLITOL
EC #
 258-560-9
All Functions
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
