ARABINOSE
Ingredient type:HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE
✨ Role: Arabinose is mainly used in cosmetics for its gentle exfoliating properties. It helps remove dead skin cells, making skin smoother and brighter.
Ingredient type: Water-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is considered safe when used in the recommended concentrations in cosmetic products.
✨ Vegan: Yes, arabinose is of plant origin and is therefore compatible with a vegan lifestyle.
✨ Worth knowing: Arabinose is a natural sugar and is generally well tolerated by the skin. Its mildness makes it a good choice for formulas designed for sensitive skin. However, as with any exfoliant, a tolerance test is recommended for highly reactive skin.
Found in: Frequently found in scrubs, exfoliating masks and some facial cleansers.
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