Inulin
What Inulin is & what it does
Inulin is a plant-derived polysaccharide (a fructan) most often sourced from chicory root, used in skincare as a skin-conditioning agent and prebiotic. In a formula it can support the skin's surface microbiome and add a soft, smoothing feel. It is also used as a mild texture enhancer and is fully water-soluble.
What does Inulin do in skincare?
Inulin is a plant-derived sugar (a fructan) used as a skin-conditioning agent and prebiotic. It can help support the skin's natural surface microbiome and add a soft, smoothing feel to a formula. It is water-soluble and often included in gentle, skin-friendly products.
Is Inulin natural or synthetic?
Inulin is a naturally occurring carbohydrate, most commonly extracted from chicory root. It is a plant-sourced ingredient rather than a lab-built molecule. Because of this it is usually considered a naturally derived, vegan-friendly ingredient.
Is Inulin safe for skin?
Inulin is generally regarded as a mild, well-tolerated skincare ingredient. It is used in low concentrations as a conditioning and prebiotic agent and is not typically associated with irritation. As always, individual sensitivities can vary.
Sunscreens with Inulin
We rate 55 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Pharmaceris S Medi Acne Protect Cream Spf 50
95/100
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Basiclab Lekka Emulsja Ochronna Do Ciała SPF 50+ Pa++++
95/100
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BIO HEAL BOH Probioderm Collagen Essence Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++
95/100
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Bielenda Acne Remedium SPF 50
94/100
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BioHeal BOH Probioderm Collagen Essence Sun Cream
94/100
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SUNdance Clear Skin+ Sun-protection Serum SPF50+
94/100
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BIO HEAL BOH Probioderm Collagen Tone-up Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++
92/100
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AA LAAB Ultra Light Gel SPF 50
91/100
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Swanicoco All Day Care Peptine Biome Suncream
90/100
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FlosLek Laboratorium Sun Care Derma Beach Comfort Cream SPF 50+
89/100