INULIN
Inulin is a polysaccharide and is classified as a prebiotic. Prebiotics serve as a food source for beneficial bacteria that occur naturally on the skin and play an important role in maintaining a balanced skin microbiome.(1–3) As a prebiotic, inulin thus has the potential to contribute to a healthy skin barrier.(4–5) When combined with alpha-glucan oligosaccharides, inulin can alleviate skin symptoms such as dryness and itching.(6)
(1) Manufacturer's specifications
(2) Krutmann, J. (2009). Pre- and probiotics for human skin. Journal of Dermatological Science, 54(1), 1–5.
(3) Al-Ghazzewi, F. H., & Tester, R. F. (2014). Impact of prebiotics and probiotics on skin health. *Beneficial Microbes*, 5(2), 99–107.
(4) Tripodo, G., & Mandracchia, D. (2019). Inulin as a multifaceted (active) substance and its chemical functionalization: From plant extraction to applications in pharmacy, cosmetics, and food. Eur J Pharm Biopharm., 141, 21–36.
(5) Nizioł-Łukaszewska, Z., Bujak, T., Wasilewski, T., & Szmuc, E. (2019). Inulin as an effective and safe ingredient in cosmetics. Polish Journal of Chemical Technology, 21(1), 44–49.
(6) Antão H.S., Passerini E., Guimarães J.P., Saldanha J., Coelho J.D., Fortunato M. (2017). Efficacy, tolerability, and acceptability of topical regimens containing the prebiotic Biolin in children with atopic dermatitis. Eur. J. Pediat. Dermatol., 27(2), 102–12.
