Erylite® Erythritol is a high-purity, naturally derived polyol used as a multifunctional ingredient in modern personal-care and cosmetic formulations. Its INCI name is Erythritol.
Erythritol is produced through microbial fermentation of a carbohydrate substrate and is available as a white, odourless crystalline material or powder. In cosmetic formulations, it functions primarily as a humectant, moisturising agent and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Erylite® is particularly valuable when formulators want to improve hydration while maintaining a light, pleasant and non-sticky sensory profile. It can be incorporated into skin-care, hair-care, deodorant, colour-cosmetic, soap, bath and oral-care formulations.
INCI Name
Erythritol
Product Type
Polyol / Humectant / Moisturising Agent / Skin Conditioning Ingredient
Primary Functions
- Humectant
- Moisturising agent
- Skin conditioning
- Hair conditioning
- Sensory modifier
- Cooling-effect ingredient
- Oral-care functional ingredient
Key Features & Benefits
- High-purity erythritol for personal-care applications
- Naturally derived polyol
- Produced through microbial fermentation
- Excellent humectant properties
- Helps support skin hydration
- Helps reduce dry or tight-feeling skin
- Can provide moisturisation without an excessively sticky feel
- Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off formulations
- Useful in skin-care and body-care products
- Supports smooth and comfortable skin feel
- Suitable for hair-care formulations
- Helps improve hair manageability and combability
- Can contribute to reduced frizz appearance
- Suitable for oral-care formulations
- Provides a characteristic cooling sensation when dissolved
- Suitable for soap and bath products
- Suitable for colour cosmetics
- Useful in deodorant formulations
- Water soluble
- White, odourless crystalline powder/material
- Compatible with modern natural-positioned cosmetic formulations
Skin Care Applications
Erylite® Erythritol can be used in a wide variety of moisturising and skin-conditioning products.
Suitable Products
- Face Creams
- Moisturizing Creams
- Face Serums
- Hydrating Serums
- Gel Creams
- Facial Gels
- Body Lotions
- Body Creams
- Hand Creams
- Body Gels
- After-Sun Products
- Facial Cleansers
- Body Wash
- Shower Products
- Soap Formulations
- Bath Products
- Deodorants
Hair Care Applications
Erylite® Erythritol is also suitable for hair-care formulations.
It can be used in:
- Shampoos
- Conditioners
- Leave-In Conditioners
- Hair Masks
- Hair Treatments
- Hair Serums
- Anti-Frizz Products
- Hair Styling Products
- Scalp-Care Formulations
- Natural Hair-Care Products
Oral Care Applications
Erylite® Erythritol is particularly interesting for oral-care formulations because of its pleasant taste, water solubility, cooling effect and non-cariogenic characteristics.
Suitable applications include:
- Toothpaste
- Tooth Gel
- Mouthwash
- Oral Rinse
- Breath-Freshening Products
- Oral-Care Gels
Colour Cosmetics
Erylite® can also be incorporated into selected colour-cosmetic formulations, including:
- Foundations
- BB Creams
- CC Creams
- Makeup Creams
- Cosmetic Gels
- Hydrating Makeup Products
Deodorant & Personal Care Applications
Erythritol can be incorporated into:
- Deodorant Creams
- Deodorant Gels
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Body-Care Formulations
- Bath Products
- Shower Products
Formulation Benefits
Excellent Humectant
Erylite® helps attract and retain moisture within cosmetic formulations and on the skin, supporting a hydrated and comfortable skin feel.
Non-Sticky Moisturisation
One of the notable advantages of Erythritol is its ability to provide moisturising functionality without the unpleasant sticky sensation that can occur with some high-level humectant systems.
Hair Conditioning Support
In hair-care products, Erythritol can contribute to smoother-feeling hair, improved combability and better manageability.
Cooling Sensation
Erythritol has an endothermic heat of solution, producing a noticeable cooling sensation when it dissolves in water or in the mouth. This property can be useful in selected refreshing skin-care and oral-care formulations.
Excellent Water Solubility
Erythritol is freely soluble in water, making it convenient for incorporation into aqueous cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
Synergy with Glycerin
Erythritol can be combined with other humectants such as Glycerin to develop balanced moisturising systems.
Supplier/distributor information specifically reports useful synergy between Erythritol and glycerin, including improved hydration and reduced sticky sensory effects.
Recommended Usage
The appropriate concentration depends on the product type, formulation structure and desired sensory and moisturising performance.
A 5% level has been used in supplier hair-care formulations to demonstrate conditioning and combability benefits.
How to Use
In Skin-Care Formulations
- Add Erythritol to the aqueous phase.
- Mix until completely dissolved.
- Continue with the remaining formulation process.
- Adjust final pH and viscosity as required.
In Hair-Care Formulations
Erythritol can be incorporated into the aqueous phase of shampoos, conditioners and other water-based hair-care products.
Ensure complete dissolution before proceeding with the remaining formulation stages.
In Oral-Care Formulations
Add Erythritol to the aqueous phase and mix until fully dissolved. Formulation taste, cooling effect, viscosity and stability should be evaluated during development.
Product Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Erylite Erythritol |
| Brand | ERYLITE® |
| INCI Name | Erythritol |
| CAS Number | 149-32-6 |
| Product Type | Polyol / Cosmetic Functional Ingredient |
| Primary Function | Humectant |
| Secondary Functions | Moisturising, Skin Conditioning, Hair Conditioning |
| Physical Form | White Crystalline Powder / Granules |
| Appearance | White, Odourless |
| Solubility | Freely Soluble in Water |
| Origin | Microbial Fermentation |
| Applications | Skin Care, Hair Care, Oral Care, Body Care, Deodorants, Colour Cosmetics |
| Typical Formulation Use | Formulation dependent |
| Storage | Cool, dry and sealed conditions |
| Grade | Personal Care / Cosmetic Grade |
Why Choose Erylite Erythritol?
Erylite® Erythritol offers formulators a versatile multifunctional ingredient combining moisturising, humectant and conditioning properties with an attractive sensory profile.
Its broad application range makes it suitable for modern formulations across skin care, hair care, oral care, body care, deodorants, colour cosmetics and bath products.
Storage
- Store in a cool and dry place.
- Keep the container tightly closed.
- Protect from moisture and humidity.
- Avoid contamination during handling.
- Keep away from excessive heat.
- Store in the original packaging whenever possible.
- Follow the storage conditions specified in the current supplier TDS/SDS.
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