Decyl Glucoside
Nonionic mild surfactant from plant feedstock – coconut alcohol plus glucose. Suitable for sensitive skin, gives a light foam, biodegradable. Pregnancy-safe.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Decyl Glucoside is a nonionic alkyl polyglucoside (APG) produced by fermenting corn or potato glucose with C8-C16 coconut fatty alcohol. INCI: Decyl Glucoside. A liquid ingredient with a very mild detergent action. In cosmetics it works as a primary or co-surfactant in cleansers, micellar solutions, sensitive-skin shampoos and baby products. By harshness it belongs to the ULTRA_MILD class – milder than betaines and sarcosinates. Biodegradable, suitable for eco-formulas. Use levels run from 5 to 25% active material. Pregnancy safety. There is no systemic absorption from rinse-off use. CIR rates APGs as acceptable. Skin profile. Very low irritation potential. Low allergen risk, but the literature describes isolated cases of contact dermatitis (often cross-sensitization with lauryl glucoside). Non-comedogenic. Suitable for sensitive, atopic skin and children. No active cosmetic effects, but by acting ultra-mildly it provides the least aggressive cleansing base.
Frequently asked questions
Is Decyl Glucoside safe during pregnancy?
Decyl Glucoside is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Decyl Glucoside for?
Decyl Glucoside suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Decyl Glucoside and what does it do in cosmetics?
Nonionic mild surfactant from plant feedstock – coconut alcohol plus glucose.
Is Decyl Glucoside comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 0/5 – non-comedogenic. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Decyl Glucoside?
The INCI name is Decyl Glucoside. It may also appear as: Plantacare 2000.
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