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Moisturizing

Sucrose

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Moisturizing
INCI: Sucrose
In short · TL;DR
Category
Moisturizing
Effect
A saccharide humectant that imparts a moist, hydrated feel
Concentration
Roughly 0.5–5% (varies by product)
Effect
A saccharide humectant that imparts a moist, hydrated feel
Mechanism
A disaccharide that contributes to moisture absorption and retention via its hydroxyl groups. Also used for moisturizing and viscosity adjustment of formulations
Typical concentration
Roughly 0.5–5% (varies by product)
Onset
Immediately after application
Cautions
Can serve as a microbial nutrient source, so care is needed in preservative design. Topical use is low-irritation
Evidence & references
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5988
Journal

Related Journal

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The World of Fermented IngredientsFormulating fermented cosmetics — from strain selection to quality control
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.
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