Ingredient Guide

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Xanthan gum is used as a thickening agent.

Xylitol is pentahydric alcohol, also known as sorbitol. Similar to glycerin, it is a humectant, thickening agent, and slip agent.

Xylitylglucoside is a naturally-derived ingredient from the sugars found in wheat and wood cellulose. It has been shown to dramatically improve the epidermal water content by increasing the skin’s dermal water reservoirs (GAGs: glycosaminoglycans). Stimulation of GAGs synthesis (hyaluronic acid and chondroitine sulphate) on fibroblasts is significant. Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) is decreased as well. It also shows improvement of the barrier function increasing ceramide synthesis. The effects are shown to be immediate and long-term.

Xylose is fragrance. It may have water-binding properties but can also be a skin irritant.