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SORBITOL
INCI: Sorbitol
What is Sorbitol?
Sorbitol, also known as glucitol, is a kind of sugar alcohol. It is a white crystalline powder with a sweet taste. It occurs naturally in apples, pears, and peaches and is commercially manufactured from potato starch. Sorbitol is widely used as a food sweetener and in healthcare and cosmetic products.
Use & Benefits:
- Humectant: Sorbitol functions as a humectant, which is hygroscopic in nature. It hydrates the skin by drawing water from the water vapor present in the air.
- Skin Compatibility: It can be used on all skin types; however, it works best on normal and somewhat dry skin.
- Moisture Retention: It aids in the retention of moisture in the skin and increases the skin's ability to retain water.
- Exfoliant and Protective: It helps the skin shed dead cells and protects it from conditions like acne.
- Skin Conditioner: It makes the skin look softer, smoother, and more moisturized.
- Flavoring Agent: Due to its sweet taste, sorbitol is used as a flavoring agent in personal care products like toothpastes, mouthwashes, and makeup products like lip balms.
- Sweetener: It is also used as a sweetener in diet foods.
- Thickener: As a thickener, it is used to give the desired viscosity, consistency, and adhesive properties to the product.
- Moisture Retention in Gels: It is used in gel products for its ability to retain moisture and prevent them from drying.
- Versatility in Formulations: It is used in formulations of creams, lotions, gels, makeup, and other skin and hair care products.
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How to create your own Personalized Skincare with Lesielle?
Step 1: Select a nourishing base compatible with your skin, and your desired moisturization level
Step 2: Complete your treatment with up to four active ingredients for consistent and occasional use.
Step 3: Insert your base and up to four actives ingredients into your Lesielle device to produce a fresh single dose of face cream on demand when you need it.
Complete your routine with a cleanser and other complimentary products and accessories.
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