LACTOSE is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.
LACTOSE
Safety grade: A
Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk that helps draw moisture into the skin and keep it hydrated. It's a gentle ingredient commonly used in skincare products to improve skin texture and softness.
Lactose acts as a humectant to attract and retain moisture in the skin while providing conditioning benefits that leave skin feeling smooth and comfortable.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Humectant ingredients
- GLYCERIN — Grade B
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- SORBITOL — Grade A
- LACTIC ACID — Grade B
- BUTYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A
- SODIUM HYALURONATE — Grade A
- XYLITOL — Grade A