GLUCOSE

Ingredient type:  HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

Sugar

✨ Role: Glucose is used in cosmetics primarily for its moisturizing and humectant properties. It helps maintain skin hydration by retaining water in the upper layers of the epidermis, contributing to soft, supple skin.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, glucose is safe for cosmetic use. It is generally well tolerated by all skin types.

✨ Vegan: Yes, glucose is generally plant-based and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Glucose is naturally present in many plants and fruits. It is rarely irritating and can be used by people with sensitive skin.

Found in: Glucose is often found in moisturizers, serums, masks, and lotions designed to hydrate or retain moisture in the skin.

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