🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A carbohydrate (sugar alcohol) that plays a critical role in cellular signaling. On the skin, it helps regulate the water balance inside the cells.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Deeply hydrates, improves skin elasticity, and supports a healthy barrier.
💡 Pro Tip
A fantastic ingredient for chronically dehydrated skin.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It feeds yeast on the skin.
The Science
It does not trigger Malassezia (fungal acne).