OriginMannose is a six-carbon aldose sugar belonging to the monosaccharide chemical family, typically synthesized from glucose or fructose. It is produced through isomerization reactions that convert glucose into mannose using alkaline conditions or enzymatic catalysts.
Aldehydo-D-mannose is the D-enantiomer of aldehydo-mannose. It is a D-mannose and an aldehydo-mannose. It is an enantiomer of an aldehydo-L-mannose.
Formula
C6H12O6
Mol. Weight
180.16
CAS #
3458-28-4
Form
Powder
State
White hygroscopic powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
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