Addresses
EWG Safety Score
What Is Fructose?
Fructose is often called fruit sugar, and is a type of sugar composed of glucose. It has water-binding properties for skin.
Benefits for Your Skin
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2019, pages 39-44 []
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Foods, March 2019, ePublication []
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The Scientific World Journal, March 2015, pages 1-9 []
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Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, April 2007, pages 692-697 []
How widely it's used
Regulatory information
Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.
Show identifiers
- INCI Name
- FRUCTOSE
- INN Name
- fructose
- EC Number
- 200-333-3
- Pharmacopoeia Name
- fructosum / laevulosum
- Function
- Humectant
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Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
A fruit-derived humectant that helps skin retain moisture and manage stress-related damage
Fish Collagen/Glycoproteins
A protein-derived hydrator that supports skin barrier function and hydration
Fructooligosaccharides
An oligiosaccharide and carbohydrate made of short chains of fructose units Helps skin retain moisture, promoting a plump, hydrated appearance
Fruit Enzymes
Natural exfoliating enzymes from tropical fruits
Galactonolactone
A gentle humectant that draws moisture into the skin
Galactooligosaccharides
A prebiotic sugar that supports skin hydration and microbiome balance
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