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Humectant

POLYGLYCERYL SORBITOL

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A polyglycerin/sorbitol blend acting as a humectant and conditioning agent. Sugar-alcohol chemistry is inherently low-irritation. Generally considered safe for topical use.

Function

HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Polyhydric humectant
  • Mild skin-conditioning
  • Can act as plasticizer for films
  • Low irritancy

Known concerns

  • Proprietary mixture; thin specific dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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