Mannitol

Rating:good

INCI name

  • MANNITOL,

Alternative names

  • Mannitol,
  • mannitolum,
  • E 421,
  • Mannazucker,
  • Mannit,

Origin

  • vegetable (predominantly),

Definition

  • D-mannitol,

INCI function

  • binding,
  • moisturizing,
  • masking,
  • skin caring,
  • moisturizing,

Substance category

No information available

Characteristics

  • approved for certified natural cosmetics
  • provides cohesion in cosmetic products
  • keeps the moisture
  • increases the water content of the skin and keeps it soft and smooth
  • keeps the skin in good condition
  • reduces or inhibits the basic odour or taste of the product

CAS-No.

  • 69-65-8,

EINECS/EILINCS-No.

  • 200-711-8,

Studies, literature and statements

Kursbuch Kosmetik, page 164

Carrying material for freeze-dried materials (e.g. aloe vera).

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