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Xylitol
XylitolHydrator
A plant-derived sugar alcohol used as a humectant that draws and holds water at the skin surface.
What it does
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used in skincare as a humectant — it attracts and binds water, helping keep the skin surface hydrated and a formula from drying out. It is often combined with related sugars and is well tolerated. We list its water-binding role here; any specific microbiome or barrier claims belong with their own cited evidence.
This page is public and indexed on purpose (unlike profiles and drops, which are unlisted) — it’s the citation behind shared ingredient cards, and it should be findable.
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