The Basics On Inositol
What is Inositol?
Major component of lecithin that may have water-binding properties for skin.
What are other names for Inositol?
INOSITOL, MYOINOSITE, and PHASEOMANNITOL
What is Inositol used for?
In cosmetics and personal care products, inositol functions as a humectant moisturizer, a multi-action tanning compound, and anti-static agent. Inositol can be classified as a humectant moisturizer. … Humectants improve moisture retention and may also help other topical skin care ingredients to perform better.
How Inositol is classified
Skin-Replenishing
Recommendations for using Inositol during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Inositol During Pregnancy
What we know about using Inositol while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Inositol from CIR
No report found.
Use this, not that!
Products where you might find Inositol
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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