Ingredient
Fructose
A natural fruit sugar used as a humectant in skincare.
Fructose is a simple sugar found naturally in fruits and honey. In skincare, it acts as a humectant, drawing moisture to the skin. It is part of the skin's natural moisturising factor (NMF).
Also known as
Fruit SugarLevulose
Categories
humectantsugar
Comedogenic score: 0/5
Pore Clogging
Low concern
Fructose has a low comedogenic rating and is unlikely to clog pores.
Fungal Acne
Low concern
Fructose is considered safe for fungal-acne-prone skin.
Pregnancy
Low concern
Fructose is generally considered safe during pregnancy.
Irritation
Low concern
Fructose has a low irritation potential and is well tolerated by most skin types.
Common Questions
What is Fructose used for?
A natural fruit sugar used as a humectant in skincare.
Can Fructose clog pores?
Fructose has a low comedogenic rating and is unlikely to clog pores.
Is Fructose fungal acne safe?
Fructose is considered safe for fungal-acne-prone skin.
Is Fructose commonly irritating?
Fructose has a low irritation potential and is well tolerated by most skin types.
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