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Key benefits: Hydration.

Lactose

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Lactose

Purpose

Type of sugar found in the milk of mammals that acts as a humectant in skin care products.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Humectant

INCI Purpose

HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

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