Humectant; prebiotic effect (feeds beneficial Lactobacillus strains); antimicrobial against Streptococcus mutans (well-documented for oral use); in skincare, supports beneficial microbiome; skin moisturising; very low sensitization risk
Function & Common Use
Humectant / Prebiotic / Antimicrobial
Humectant
Moisturisers oral care natural products
Vegetable (birch wood / corn cobs)
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 Xylitol safe to use in skincare?
Xylitol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Humectant; prebiotic effect (feeds beneficial Lactobacillus strains); antimicrobial against Streptococcus mutans (well-documented for oral use); in skincare, supports beneficial microbiome; skin moisturising; very low sensitization risk
Is Xylitol allowed in India?
Xylitol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Xylitol used for in cosmetics?
Xylitol functions as: Humectant / Prebiotic / Antimicrobial. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers oral care natural products.
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