Xylitol

Xylitol

8.8

Ingredient Info

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol that functions as a humectant in skincare, helping to draw moisture into the skin and maintain hydration. It has been safely used in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals for over 50 years.



Benefits

  • Hydrates and moisturizes skin by drawing water into the outer layers
  • Gentle humectant suitable for sensitive skin types
  • Does not trigger rapid blood sugar spikes like regular sugar

Science: Xylitol is endogenously produced in the body and has an established safety history spanning decades of use across multiple industries. Recent cardiovascular research found no significant risk links in clinical studies, though some pilot trials suggest temporary platelet effects at very high doses—irrelevant to topical skincare application.



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