Ingredient glossary
Trehalose
INCI: Trehalose
Promising, not proven
Does Trehalose clash with what you already use? Check it →Early signs are interesting, but the proof is not in yet. Worth watching, not worth a premium.
What it does
- hydration
- antioxidant support
emerging evidenceCosmetic and biochemical literature describe trehalose as a water-structuring sugar that supports moisturization and protection in stress conditions.
On a label: usually effective at 1-5%.
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
- antioxidants
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