Ingredient
mannitol
Low risk
Functionhumectant
What it is
Mannitol is a sugar alcohol (polyol) used as a humectant and soothing agent.
What it does
It helps attract and hold moisture for a softer, more hydrated feel, and can lend a smooth texture while offering a gentle soothing quality.
Typical use
Found at low levels in moisturisers, serums, masks and after-sun products.
Safety
Graded low risk as a gentle humectant that is well tolerated. It is mild and suitable for most skin types; patch-test if you are particularly reactive. This is general information, not medical advice.
Why we grade it Low: Low risk — gentle humectant.
Cross-reference
Found in these DHALIORA products
Found in 0 DHALIORA products
Not currently in any DHALIORA product.
How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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