Maltose

Maltose is a disaccharide sugar formed from two glucose units. It is naturally found in malt and is commonly used in food and cosmetic products as a sweetener, humectant, and skin conditioning agent. In skincare, it can help attract and retain moisture.

BenefitMinimal 1.2 / 4

Hydration i1.2 / 4

Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.

RiskVery low 0 / 4

Rated by SpottyLabs' ingredient methodology, independent of brands.

What it helps with

• Attracts moisture to skin
• Conditions skin