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Sorbitol

Our database includes 2,186 products that contain Sorbitol.

Explained

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.

Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.

As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.

It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.

Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.

You should know

Benefits

Good for Dry Skin
Community Rating
Loved
Comedogenic Rating
0
Irritancy Rating
0

What it does

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

Prevalence

Uncommon Percentage of products that contain it
3.1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
70%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 38191
INCI Name SORBITOL
INN Name sorbitol
EC #  200-061-5
Ph. Eur. Name sorbitolum
All Functions Humectant, Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning