Maltitol
Maltitol is a humectant and moisturising ingredient. It’s in 6 products on Poliage, most often hair styling and fragrance. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 22, 2026
In plain English
Maltitol: used to hold water in the product and on skin.
What it does
Contains Maltitol: humectant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltitol: masking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltitol: moisturising
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Maltitol: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 35141, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Maltitol
ebin
24 hour edge control extra firm hold
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Kristin Ess
Bond Fortifying Serum
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
DHC
Face Wash Powder
Lists drying alcohol, coconut derivatives
Curél
Foaming Facial Wash
Lists parabens, coconut derivatives
Gisou
Honey Infused Hair & Body Mist
Fragrance · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils
SHEGLAM
Locked in Strong Hold Twist & Braid Gel
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, parabens, coconut derivatives
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