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Humectant

NIGERO OLIGOSACCHARIDES

CAS - Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A short sugar chain (alpha-1,3 glucose units) acting as a prebiotic humectant. Pulls water into skin and feeds friendly microbiome — very low irritation risk.

Skin benefits

  • Prebiotic humectant for skin microbiome
  • Low molecular weight sugars deliver hydration
  • Generally non-irritating
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Sticky feel at high inclusion levels
  • Sugar can support microbial growth without preservative
  • Limited long-term clinical data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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