Ingredient glossary
Sorbitol
INCI: Sorbitol
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What it does
- hydration
moderate evidenceCommonly used as a humectant in skin and oral care with a long record of safe use and modest hydration benefits.
On a label: usually effective at 2-10%.
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
- emollients
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