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TREHALOSE

Last update on Feb 10, 2023
Trehalose is an upcoming ingredient that is largely accepted in the cosmetic industry because of its intense hydrating properties. In its raw form, it appears as an odorless powder that is white in color. Apart from its moisturizing properties, Trehalose is also an antioxidant, a thickening agent, and a stabilizer. It works well with almost all the other ingredients and suits all skin types. The chemical formula of Trehalose is C12H22O11.
CAS Number: 99-20-7Chem/IUPAC Name: alpha-D-Glucopyranoside, alpha-D-glucopyranosylEINECS/ELINCS No: 202-739-6COSING REF No: 80292

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What is TREHALOSE used for?

Trehalose is a fascinating ingredient with many magical properties. It can be found in quite a number of personal care and cosmetic products such as serums, toners, moisturizers and shampoos.
  • Skin care: It is quite effective for the skin because of its deeply hydrating properties. It brings out the youthfulness of the skin and prevents it from external damage by forming a protective layer on top. Trehalose is a water-binding ingredient and hence keeps the moisture locked in
  • Hair care: It is added to hair care products because it has the ability to deeply nourish the shafts and leave them feeling healthier and shinier. This ingredient also forms a protective layer that prevents the hair from sun damage. Trehalose also acts as a thickener in formulations
  • Cosmetic products: It is often used as a stabilizer as it works well with almost all the other ingredients and results in stable products. Further, Trehalose also has antioxidant properties that preserve the products as well as the surface that it is applied to

Origin

Trehalose is a naturally occurring sugar that has many sources such as plants, fungi, yeasts, algae and other insects. It can also be found in certain invertebrates and mushrooms.

What does TREHALOSE do in a formulation?

ANTIOXIDANT|
HUMECTANT|
MOISTURISING|
VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Safety Profile

Trehalose is good for the skin and is a safe ingredient. It shows no known side effects and works with all skin types. A patch test can be done before full application of the product. Further, Trehalose is halal certified and when derived from plants, it is also vegan.

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TREHALOSE technical profile

Property Values
Boiling Point 675.4°C
Melting Point 203°C
Solubility Soluble in water