Ingredient glossary
Fructose
INCI: Fructose
Decent support
Does Fructose clash with what you already use? Check it →A reasonable supporting ingredient. It helps a formula without being the star.
What it does
- hydration
weak evidenceUsed as part of sugar-based humectant systems; independent clinical data are limited but safety and mild hydration benefits are recognized.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- dehydrated
- all
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- humectants
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