DimethylIsosorbide ●
TL;DR. This ingredient is primarily a high-polarity solvent and carrier that helps dissolve actives, fragrance components, and UV-filter systems. It is also used to improve even distribution and skin delivery of certain dissolved ingredients.
What does DimethylIsosorbide do in a cosmetic formula?
This ingredient is primarily a high-polarity solvent and carrier that helps dissolve actives, fragrance components, and UV-filter systems. It is also used to improve even distribution and skin delivery of certain dissolved ingredients.
Is DimethylIsosorbide clean?
From a clean-beauty perspective, this ingredient is generally well tolerated and is not a common restricted-list concern. Because it can improve ingredient delivery into the skin, formulators use it thoughtfully with strong actives that already have irritation potential.
Is DimethylIsosorbide sustainable?
This material is commonly made from sugar-derived feedstocks rather than directly from petroleum. It is considered readily biodegradable and has low concern for environmental persistence when used in rinse-off or leave-on personal care at typical levels.
Is DimethylIsosorbide COSMOS-approved?
It is permitted under COSMOS-natural and COSMOS-organic standards when sourced and processed according to the standard’s requirements. Its renewable feedstock route, good biodegradability, and solvent-replacement value give it a strong Green Chemistry profile.
How does DimethylIsosorbide work chemically?
The molecule is a small, polar, water-miscible bicyclic diether with strong solvency for both moderately polar and some lipophilic compounds. Typical use levels are often about 1 to 10 percent, and it is valued for good heat stability, low odor, and compatibility across common cosmetic pH ranges.
Last updated 2026-08-17