Sorbitol

Also known as: ソルビトール

SOR

1/10

Concern level

Low concern

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a humectant in skincare products. It attracts moisture to the skin, providing hydration and improving skin texture.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

EWG Score

1/10

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSoothing

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

182.17 g/mol

pH Range

4.00 - 7.00

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 10.00%

CAS Number: 50-70-4

Origin

natural

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin9/10

oily skin8/10

sensitive skin7/10

acne prone8/10

mature skin8/10

normal skin9/10

Risks & Warnings

Generally safe; excessive consumption may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

AESTURA

ATOBARRIER365 Gentle pH-Balancing Foaming Cleanser for Hydrating Sensitive Skin

Dermalogica

Daily Milkfoliant Exfoliator

Then I Met You

Pore Purifying Soothing Cleansing Gel with Green Tea

YSE Beauty

The Overachiever Brightening & Depuffing Eye Patches with Vitamin C

Bioré

Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Face Wash, Daily Facial Cleanser for Dirt & Makeup Removal, for Oily Skin, 6.77 Oz

Peter Thomas Roth

FIRMx® Exfoliating Peeling Gel for Dullness, Pores & Uneven Texture

Shani Darden Skin Care

Signature Nourishing Facial Mask with Squalane

banu

10% Sulfur Acne & Pimple Spot Treatment

Shiseido

Clarifying Cleansing Foam

CLINIQUE

Acne Solutions™ Clarifying Lotion Liquid Exfoliator with Salicylic Acid