INCI · humectant · CIR review pending · used in 18 products
Trehalose
Trehalose is a type of sugar (disaccharide) with the IUPAC name Alpha-D-Glucopyranoside, Alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl (CAS #99-20-7). It is classified as a humectant and moisturising agent in the CosIng database. It works by binding water, helping to keep the skin hydrated.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
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humectant● Benefits
Trehalose has water-binding properties that help maintain skin hydration. It functions as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture in the skin.
hydratinghumectant
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