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Fructooligosaccharides

Our database includes 624 products that contain Fructooligosaccharides.

Explained

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

Fructooligosaccharides 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.

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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
1.2%
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