๐ฏ At a Glance
๐ฌ How It Actually Works
A mixture of several sugar alcohols. It is used as a humectant and texture enhancer, giving products a rich, moisturizing feel.
๐ Why your skin loves it
Binds water to the skin and improves product spreadability.
๐ก Pro Tip
Helps keep gel creams feeling bouncy and fresh.
โ๏ธ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It is a harsh starch.
The Science
It is a liquid, syrup-like humectant, not a powdery starch.