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humectant

Sorbitol

BeneficialGenerally considered beneficial.
What we found

Natural humectant; hygroscopic with skin-hydrating benefits

Source: law.cornell.edu ↗
By product type
In foodCaution

A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and to keep foods moist. Caution: foods with more than 10% added polyols must carry the warning 'excessive consumption may produce laxative effects' (EU Reg 1169/2011).

In cosmeticsFair

A sugar alcohol used as a humectant and mild sweetener, for example in toothpaste. Fair: the laxative effect that applies in food doesn't apply here.

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