a multifunctional ingredient widely used in cosmetics.
Applications:
It acts as a humectant to enhance skin hydration, reduces transdermal moisture loss , and improves elasticity .
With broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, it inhibits bacterial/fungal growth, serving as a preservative booster or alternative in preservative-free formulations .
It enhances sunscreen water resistance , solubilizes lipophilic actives, and stabilizes emulsions by reducing particle size .
Additionally, it promotes ingredient penetration for deeper efficacy .
Suitable for sensitive skin, it is used in moisturizers, sunscreens, baby care, and anti-aging products . Safety assessments indicate mild irritation potential at high concentrations but no carcinogenicity.
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