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Humectant

MEL

CAS 8028-66-8
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Honey — a natural sugar-rich humectant with mild antimicrobial activity from glucose oxidase. Soothing and well-tolerated; rare allergy possible due to pollen residues.

Skin benefits

  • Natural humectant rich in sugars
  • Soothing and mild antimicrobial
  • Source of trace antioxidants

Known concerns

  • Possible pollen-related sensitivity in rare cases
  • Sticky in leave-on at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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