Trehalose Dihydrate 99% is a water-soluble disaccharide humectant supplied as a white powder for cosmetic formulation. It is commonly selected for hydration-focused skin, body and hair products where formulators want a simple, non-oily way to support moisture retention and improve the feel of dry-skin care concepts.
- 99% Trehalose Dihydrate supplied as a white powder for cosmetic raw-material use.
- Water-soluble humectant for hydration, moisture-retention and conditioning concepts.
- Suitable for serums, toners, lotions, creams, gels, cleansers, shampoos and conditioners.
- Practical trial-to-scale path: choose a small pack for development or request a bulk quote.
Product Specifications
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Specification |
Product information |
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Product name |
Trehalose Dihydrate 99% |
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INCI |
Trehalose |
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Commercial form |
White powder / crystalline powder |
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Assay / purity |
99% |
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Hydration state |
Dihydrate |
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CAS Number |
6138-23-4 |
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Molecular Formula |
C12H26O13 (C12H22O11·2H2O) |
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Molecular Weight |
378.33 g/mol [R1] |
Key Benefits
Supports moisture retention — Trehalose is used as a humectant in cosmetic formulations and is particularly relevant to products designed for dry or dehydrated skin. A supplier study with 3% Trehalose reported improved water-holding capacity in dry skin over a 14-day application period. [R2]
Useful for hydration-focused skin care — Its water-binding role makes it a practical ingredient for toners, serums, gels, emulsions and other formulas where the development goal is a more hydrated, comfortable skin feel. [R2–R4]
Broad formulation versatility — Trehalose can be used across skin, body and hair care, giving formulators one familiar functional sugar for multiple product formats. [R2]
Non-oily water-phase functionality — Because it is water soluble, Trehalose can add humectant value without adding an oil-phase emollient, which is useful in lightweight and clear or translucent product concepts. [R2–R4]
Why Formulators Choose Trehalose
Trehalose offers a straightforward formulation role: it is a water-soluble sugar used for humectancy and skin conditioning. This makes it easy to position within modern hydration systems alongside polyols, natural moisturizing factor components, barrier-support lipids or soothing ingredients. It is especially useful when the formulator wants hydration support without making the formula heavier or more oily.
Typical Applications
- Hydrating serums & essences Adds water-binding humectant support in light aqueous formats.
- Toners & facial mists Useful in low-viscosity hydration systems.
- Lotions & creams Complements emollients and barrier-support ingredients in dry-skin concepts.
- Masks & gels Suitable for water-rich leave-on formats.
- Cleansers & body care Supports moisture-focused positioning in rinse-off or leave-on products.
- Shampoos & conditioners Can be incorporated into hair-care systems for conditioning and moisture-oriented concepts.
Quick Formulation Guide
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Parameter |
Typical formulation guidance |
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Use level |
1.0–5.0% for skin care, body care and hair care in a current Trehalose guide. [R2] |
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Phase |
Aqueous phase; Trehalose is water soluble. [R2–R4] |
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Incorporation |
Dissolve in water with mixing before final viscosity adjustment when practical. |
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Compatibility |
Generally suitable for multi-humectant and emulsion systems; verify sensory, preservation and viscosity in the finished formula. |
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Storage |
Keep dry and protected from direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity[R2] |
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Recommended Ingredient Pairings
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Recommended Ingredient |
Why It Pairs Well |
Product Concept |
Compatibility Note |
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Glycerin |
Builds a multi-humectant hydration system with a familiar benchmark humectant. |
Hydrating serum / toner |
Balance tack and total humectant load. |
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Adds osmolyte-style conditioning and can support a softer sensory profile. |
Soothing hydration gel |
Validate preservation and final feel. |
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Adds film-forming and water-binding functionality at low use levels. |
Plumping hydration serum |
Pre-disperse/ hydrate according to molecular-weight grade. |
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Complements moisture and comfort-focused skin or hair products. |
Barrier-support lotion / conditioner |
Check total solids and sensory at target use levels. |
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