Xylose
Xylose is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, fragrance agent. It is used in 47 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex). PubMed carries 274 studies of its skin or topical use.
| INCI name | XYLOSE |
| Function | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING |
| CAS number | 58-86-6 |
| EC number | 200-400-7 |
| Prevalence | 47 products (0.05% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Scientific studies | 274 on PubMed (skin/cosmetic/topical) |
| Monthly searches | 1,900 |
Used in
Heat Protectants 27.7%Serums 17%Leave-in Conditioners 10.6%Leave-in Treatments 6.4%Styling Creams & Sprays 6.4%Hair Sprays 4.3%
Frequently asked
- What does Xylose do in skincare?
- Xylose functions as a humectant, fragrance agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Xylose allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Xylose?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially heat protectants (27.7% of its uses).
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