Scientific name: Saccharide Isomerate
Classification: Plant-derived active ingredient
Moisturizing, soothing, calming.
Stories from Nature
Saccharide Isomerate derived from plant-based glucose, derived from corn, is a highly effective moisturizing and humectant sugar complex. Its biomimetic structure, similar to the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF), promotes prolonged hydration, maintaining the proper hydrolipid balance and visibly improving skin texture.
It interacts with the epidermis to provide long-lasting hydration, a calming, soothing, and softening effect, and to enhance the skin’s barrier function against external agents. It is recommended for use in moisturizing products for dry, flaky, and delicate skin and scalp, as well as in products for dry, brittle, and dull hair.
Benefits for the Skin
Saccharide Isomerate, a plant-based moisturizer, acts like a “magnet” for water, ensuring that cosmetics containing it provide long-lasting hydration, helping to reduce dryness, flaking, and redness. Its soothing action alleviates flaking and itching, improving the skin’s barrier function and reducing sensitivity.
It prevents dryness and flaking and strengthens the skin’s barrier against external aggressors. It is ideal for skin prone to dehydration and helps keep hands soft and smooth.
Benefits for Scalp and Hair
It promotes hydration and comfort for the dry, delicate, or flaky scalp, helping to maintain the skin barrier. It is also recommended in formulations designed for dry, brittle, and dull hair, to complement moisturizing and softening cosmetic treatments.
