Characteristics
- INCI
- Sorbitol
- CAS
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50-70-4
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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200-061-5
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- D-Glucitol
- Functions
- humectant, plasticiser, skin conditioning
- Irritancy
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0 / 5
Irritation potential: 0–5, where 5 is the highest irritation rating for the ingredient.
More detail → - Comedogen.
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0 / 5
Comedogenicity index: 0–5. A non-comedogenic ingredient (0–1) is unlikely to cause cosmetic acne.
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Для кого подходит
Description
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that’s widely used in cosmetics as a humectant, which means it helps attract and hold water. In skincare, that translates to a more hydrated, comfortable feel and less of that tight, dry sensation. It also adds a bit of slip and body to formulas, so cleansers, lotions, gels, and toothpaste can feel smoother and spread more easily. Because it’s derived from sugars, it has a mild sweet taste and is also used in oral care products.
For skin, sorbitol is especially helpful in products meant to support moisture without feeling heavy. For hair, it can contribute to softer-feeling strands and a more flexible, conditioned finish by helping formulas retain water. People with normal, dry, or dehydrated skin often appreciate it, especially in lightweight moisturizers and rinse-off products. It’s generally well tolerated, but as with any ingredient, very sensitive skin may prefer to patch test a new product if it contains multiple actives or fragrance.
Found in products (6 616 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Bielenda (66 продуктов)
