Fructooligosaccharide polysaccharide; selective prebiotic (feeds Lactobacillus/Bifidobacterium); humectant; film forming; soothing; microbiome balance support; COSMOS-approved; well-tolerated; vegan
Function & Common Use
Prebiotic / Humectant / Film Former
Humectant
Prebiotic skincare microbiome products moisturisers
Vegetable (chicory root)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Inulin safe to use in skincare?
Inulin has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Fructooligosaccharide polysaccharide; selective prebiotic (feeds Lactobacillus/Bifidobacterium); humectant; film forming; soothing; microbiome balance support; COSMOS-approved; well-tolerated; vegan
Is Inulin allowed in India?
Inulin is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Inulin used for in cosmetics?
Inulin functions as: Prebiotic / Humectant / Film Former. It is commonly found in: Prebiotic skincare microbiome products moisturisers.
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