An additive comprising (i) a
sugar oxidation product and (ii) a
solvent. A
personal care product comprising (i) an additive comprising (1) a
sugar oxidation product and (2) at least one material selected from the group consisting essentially of a
solvent, chelating agent, emollient,
humectant,
preservative and combinations thereof and (ii) at least one material selected from the group consisting essentially of an emollient, a
preservative, a
paraben,
formaldehyde, a fragrance, an
aldehyde, glycerin, a
humectant, an emulsifier,
citric acid,
benzophenone,
oxybenzone,
zinc oxide,
titanium dioxide, a surfactant,
sodium lauryl
sulfate,
toluene,
acetone, a
solvent,
sodium bicarbonate colorants, thickeners, stabilizers, preservatives, pH adjusters, pH buffers, silicones, natural extracts, antioxidants, thereof co-surfactants, conditioning agents, anti-
dandruff agents, anti-microbial agents,
suspending agents, pearlescent aids, foam boosters, pediculocides, proteins, vitamins, amino acids,
skin active agents, sunscreens, UV absorbers, stabilizers, and combinations thereof.