Inulin
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Inulin
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 5
Synthetic
Humectant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A natural conditioning agent that helps soften and smooth hair while improving moisture retention for a shinier, more manageable feel.
CAS #
9005-80-5
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Conditions Skin
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
This appears to be a proprietary or non-standard ingredient designation; without additional context, traditional use cannot be determined.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
EWG
5
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 2%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 680).
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
CANADApermitted
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
Inulin — Duck Heart Ghost