Dimethyl Isosorbide (Sugar-Based Ester Variant)
Isosorb-based penetration enhancer (COSMOS-approved)
COSMOS-approved penetration enhancer derived from sorbitol (sugar); see Dimethyl Isosorbide main entry for full detail; this entry notes COSMOS-approved sourcing chain
Function & Common Use
Solvent / Penetration Enhancer
Solvent
Active delivery vehicles COSMOS products
Semi-synthetic (isosorbide - sugar)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethyl Isosorbide (Sugar-Based Ester Variant) safe to use in skincare?
Dimethyl Isosorbide (Sugar-Based Ester Variant) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. COSMOS-approved penetration enhancer derived from sorbitol (sugar); see Dimethyl Isosorbide main entry for full detail; this entry notes COSMOS-approved sourcing chain
Is Dimethyl Isosorbide (Sugar-Based Ester Variant) allowed in India?
Dimethyl Isosorbide (Sugar-Based Ester Variant) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Dimethyl Isosorbide (Sugar-Based Ester Variant) used for in cosmetics?
Dimethyl Isosorbide (Sugar-Based Ester Variant) functions as: Solvent / Penetration Enhancer. It is commonly found in: Active delivery vehicles COSMOS products.
Regulatory Status
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