Product Overview
Aquaxyl is a sugar-derived moisturizing active commonly used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations. It works through three key hydration mechanisms: supporting the skin barrier, optimizing water reserves and improving water circulation within the epidermis.
INCI Name
Xylitylglucoside (and) Anhydroxylitol (and) Xylitol
Product Type
- Cosmetic Active Ingredient
- Moisturizing Agent
- Skin Conditioning Agent
- Humectant
- Skin Restructuring Support
Main Benefits
- 💧 Helps improve skin hydration
- 🛡️ Supports the natural skin barrier
- 💦 Helps reduce moisture loss
- 🌿 Supports long-lasting moisturization
- ✨ Helps improve skin softness and smoothness
- 💧 Supports the skin’s natural water balance
- 🧴 Suitable for face and body care
- 💇 Can also be used in hair-care formulations
- 🤝 Can work synergistically with glycerin and other moisturizing ingredients
Recommended Usage
1% – 3% is commonly recommended for cosmetic formulations. The manufacturer’s AQUAXYL™ page lists 3% as its recommended use level, while supplier technical information commonly gives a 1–3% range.
Solubility
Water Soluble
Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Clear to slightly opalescent liquid
Preservative
Preservative-Free for the referenced AQUAXYL™ material.
Recommended Applications
Skincare
- Face Cream
- Face Lotion
- Moisturizer
- Hydrating Serum
- Facial Cleanser
- Face Gel
- Body Lotion
- Body Cream
- Body Balm
- Hydrating Mask
- Anti-Aging Formulations
- Barrier-Support Formulations
Hair Care
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Hair Mask
- Leave-in Hair Products
Other Personal Care
- Shower Gel
- Bath & Shower Products
- Shaving Products
- Hygiene Products
Suitable Formulation Types
Leave-On & Rinse-Off formulations, including creams, lotions, gels, serums, cleansers and shower products.
Formulation pH
For one current technical listing, the effective pH range is approximately 5.5–7.5 at 5% concentration. For your website, I recommend stating this as a technical formulation guideline, not as a universal specification for every Aquaxyl supplier/grade.
How Aquaxyl Works
Aquaxyl is designed around three hydration mechanisms:
- Skin Barrier Support – helps reinforce the skin’s moisture barrier.
- Water Reserve Optimization – helps improve the skin’s ability to maintain water.
- Water Circulation Support – helps optimize moisture distribution within the epidermis.
Why Use Aquaxyl in Skincare?
Aquaxyl is particularly useful when developing products focused on hydration, moisture retention, skin conditioning and barrier support. It can be incorporated into a wide range of facial and body-care products.
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container, protected from excessive heat, direct light and humidity. Exact storage conditions should follow the supplier’s current TDS/SDS and product label. One technical listing recommends storage around 10–25°C.
Cosmetic / Certification Information
The AQUAXYL™ product from Seppic is listed as:
- COSMOS Approved
- NATRUE Approved
- HALAL Certified
- VEGAN Suitability
- ISO 16128 NOC >99%
- Readily biodegradable
- Cold-processable
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