SkinAtlas
Ingredient library / Inositol
Humectant ingredient

Inositol

A naturally occurring cyclohexane polyol (commonly myo-inositol) found in cell membranes, used in cosmetics as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent.

Also known as: myo-inositol, cyclohexanehexol

humectantskin-conditioningcell-signaling

Benefits

  • ✓Attracts and retains moisture as a polyol humectant
  • ✓Supports skin barrier function
  • ✓Involved in cell membrane signaling pathways

No known watch-fors.

At a glance
CategoryHumectant
IrritancyLow
Beginner-friendlyYes
Pregnancy safeYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 21 products
View all products →

Products with Inositol

Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+Sunscreen
SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+
Serum
Some By Mi
Yuja Niacin Blemish Care Serum
Essence
The History of Whoo
Bichup Self-Generating Anti-Aging Essence
Pure Rice Moisture CreamMoisturizer
Bijin Nuka
Pure Rice Moisture Cream
Superieur Moisture Lotion SPToner
Elixir
Superieur Moisture Lotion SP
Spot Clear Serum WTSerum
Elixir
Spot Clear Serum WT