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Sorbitol
SorbitolHydrator
Sugar alcohol humectant. Less hygroscopic than glycerin; useful in formulations that need a humectant without tackiness.
What it does
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that pulls moisture into the skin similarly to glycerin but with a less pronounced sticky feel. Often appears in lip balms, hand creams, and gentle cleansers as a co-humectant. Generally well tolerated.
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