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INCI name

SORBITOL

Sorbitol

HumectantFragranceSkin conditioningPerfumingreviewed

A sugar alcohol used as a humectant.

What it is

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol obtained from glucose. It attracts water and adds a mild sweet taste.

Where it is used

Found in toothpastes, mouthwashes, creams and soaps.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

In toothpastes it keeps the paste moist and does not feed caries-causing bacteria the way sugar does.

Functions

Humectant
Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.
Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (1197)

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