Scientific name: Xylitol
Classification: Plant Polyol
Humectant, moisturizing, elasticizing.
Tales from Nature
Natural Xylitol is an alcoholic sugar of plant origin, extracted mainly from birch or corn. It is valued for its ability to retain moisture and strengthen the skin's barrier function.
It has humectant properties and can also be used in gels, masks, compresses, creams, mild cleansers or foam or leave-ins for hair to retain water in the product and as a moisturizer for the skin.
Hair Benefits
Xylitol acts as a powerful natural humectant that can retain water within the hair fiber, providing deep and lasting hydration. On the scalp, it has a fundamental rebalancing action on the microbiome: it counteracts bacterial proliferation responsible for dandruff and soothes irritation and dryness, promoting healthy and protected skin.
Skin Benefits
Within facial cleansing products or serums, Xylitol offers effective action against acne-causing bacteria, minimizing redness and regulating sebum production to prevent impurities. This multifunctional active keeps skin hydrated and healthy, reducing dryness and flaking.
In intimate hygiene products, Xylitol has an antimicrobial and deodorizing effect, reducing odor for prolonged freshness.
