What Is Sucralose?

Learn about the skin conditioning characteristics of Sucralose and its usage in personal care products.

What Is Sucralose? Brandon Jones / IngredientReviewer

Last Updated: October 2, 2024

Written by Brandon Jones

What Is Sucralose?

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Sucralose is a type of sweetener that can be used as a sugar substitute. It comes in different forms such as powders and syrups. When used in cosmetics, it functions as a skin conditioner. It appears as white or off-white powder or solid, and has no noticeable smell.

What is the purpose of Sucralose in personal care products? It is used for its skin conditioning characteristics. Sucralose moisturizes and strengthens skin.

Names and identifiers that we found for this substance include: Sucralose, Splenda, Sucrazit, Predillon SU 600, Sansweet SU 100, San Sweet SA 8020, 1',4,6'-Trichlorogalactosucrose, 4,1',6'-Trichloro-4,1',6'-trideoxygalactosucrose, 1,6-dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-β-D-fructofuranosyl 4-chloro-4-deoxy-α-D-galactose, and "α-​D-​Galactopyranoside, 1,​6-​dichloro-​1,​6-​dideoxy-​β-​D-​fructofuranosyl 4-​chloro-​4-​deoxy-".

What Are Skin Conditioning Ingredients?

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Sucralose has skin conditioning characteristics.

Skin conditioning ingredients improve the texture, feel, and overall appearance of the skin, helping to avoid harmful effects from external factors. Skin conditioning ingredients moisturize the skin and strengthen its natural barrier function to help protect it from damage caused by harsh weather and sunlight. Some skin conditioning ingredients are anti-inflammatory and can help reduce redness and irritated skin.

Safety

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Remember, always read and follow the instructions provided on product labels carefully. If you have any questions or concerns about using a product containing various ingredients, consult with your doctor or healthcare provider before use.