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Fructooligosaccharides

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Fructooligosaccharides is an alternative sweetener. It is often derived from the blue agave plant.

This ingredient is a prebiotic and helps to hydrate the skin. Emerging studies are also showing fructooligosaccharides to have antioxidant properties.

As a humectant, Fructooligosaccharides helps draw moisture to the skin, helping to hydrate the skin.

Bananas, onions, garlic, asparagus, jícama, and leeks also contain fructooligosaccharides.

See all 893 products with Fructooligosaccharides

Users who like it
90%
Users who avoid it
10%

What it does

Humectant A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Oligofructose
Oligofructan

Prevalence

Uncommon Percentage of products that contain it
1.1%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 85219
INCI Name FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES
EC #  -
All Functions Humectant, Skin Conditioning