Characteristics
- INCI
- Trehalose
- CAS
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99-20-7
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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202-739-6
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Alpha-D-Glucopyranoside, Alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl
- Functions
- humectant, moisturising
Для кого подходит
Description
Trehalose is a naturally occurring sugar found in plants, fungi, and some microorganisms, where it helps cells hold onto water and stay stable in dry or stressful conditions. In skincare, it’s used as a humectant, meaning it attracts and helps retain moisture at the surface of the skin. That makes it a useful ingredient for supporting a softer, smoother, more comfortable feel, especially in formulas aimed at dehydration or environmental stress.
For skin, trehalose can help reduce that tight, parched feeling by supporting hydration without feeling heavy or greasy. It’s also used in hair products, where it can help improve softness and reduce the look of dryness or frizz by helping strands retain moisture. People with dry, dehydrated, or easily stressed skin often appreciate it, but it can also fit well into lightweight daily routines for most skin types.
Caveat: trehalose is a supportive ingredient, not a miracle fix, and its effects depend on the full formula it’s in. If your skin is very dry, it usually works best alongside other moisturizing ingredients like glycerin, hyaluronic acid, or emollients.
Found in products (6 873 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Bielenda (121 продуктов)
