Fructooligosaccharides
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fructooligosaccharides are oligosaccharides produced enzymatically from sugar beets and consist chiefly of kestose, nystose and fructosyl nystose
What does it do?
Fructooligosaccharides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Fructooligosaccharides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Fructooligosaccharides?
Fructooligosaccharides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fructooligosaccharides are oligosaccharides produced enzymatically from sugar beets and consist chiefly of kestose, nystose and fructosyl nystose
Is Fructooligosaccharides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Fructooligosaccharides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Fructooligosaccharides do in cosmetic products?
Fructooligosaccharides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Fructooligosaccharides?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Fructooligosaccharides is -.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010