Heptyl Glucoside
A mild glucoside surfactant. It cleanses gently and stabilizes the formula. Suits sensitive skin.
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
Heptyl Glucoside (INCI: Heptyl Glucoside) is a non-ionic alkyl glucoside surfactant made from sugar and a short fatty alcohol. It cleanses gently, helps disperse other ingredients and can improve how the formula penetrates. It appears in cleansers, serums and emulsions. On efficacy it is a functional component, not a skincare active. It provides gentle cleansing and formula stability, but it does not treat the skin on its own. Its role is that of a solid base ingredient. For topical use it has no systemic relevance and can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good. It is a mild surfactant, with low irritation potential and low allergy risk, which makes it suitable for sensitive skin. Thanks to its gentle nature, it rarely dries the skin, even in cleansers used often.
Frequently asked questions
Is Heptyl Glucoside safe during pregnancy?
Heptyl Glucoside is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Heptyl Glucoside for?
Heptyl Glucoside suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Heptyl Glucoside and what does it do in cosmetics?
A mild glucoside surfactant.
What's the INCI name for Heptyl Glucoside?
The INCI name is Heptyl Glucoside.
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