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Humectant

HYDROLYZED INULIN

Updated
90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A short-chain prebiotic carbohydrate from chicory root that hydrates and supports the skin's microbiome. Topical safety is excellent — long food-use history and a clean dermal record at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Prebiotic supports skin microbiome
  • Gentle humectant action
  • Plant-derived (chicory)
  • Well tolerated by sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • Rare allergy to chicory/inulin possible
  • No significant other concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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