Glycolipids
Natural sugar-lipid molecules – mild bio-surfactants or emollients. Pregnancy-safe.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Functional component. Safety confirmed by CIR.
- CIR Safety Assessment, Int J Toxicol.
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Glycolipids are a class of lipids with an attached sugar group (sophorolipids, rhamnolipids). INCI: Glycolipids. In cosmetics they work as mild bio-surfactants, emollients or stabilizers. Produced by microbial fermentation. Biodegradable. Use levels run from 0.5 to 5%. Pregnancy-safe.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glycolipids safe during pregnancy?
Glycolipids is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Glycolipids for?
Glycolipids suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Glycolipids and what does it do in cosmetics?
Natural sugar-lipid molecules – mild bio-surfactants or emollients.
Is Glycolipids 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 Glycolipids?
The INCI name is Glycolipids.
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