HOMEIngredients / Moisturizing
Moisturizing

Maltitol

Moisturizing
INCI: Maltitol
In short · TL;DR
Category
Moisturizing
Effect
A sugar alcohol that imparts a soft, moist hydrating feel
Concentration
Roughly 1-8% (varies by product)
Effect
A sugar alcohol that imparts a soft, moist hydrating feel
Mechanism
A disaccharide alcohol whose numerous hydroxyl groups retain water. Contributes to the formulation's moisturization and texture adjustment
Typical concentration
Roughly 1-8% (varies by product)
Onset
Immediately after application
Cautions
Stickiness at high concentrations. Generally low-irritation for topical use
Evidence & references
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/493591
This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.
← Back to Ingredients