Mild plant-based surfactant from lauryl alcohol and glucose. Well tolerated by sensitive skin and suitable for baby cosmetics.
Topical application
CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus.
Alkyl polyglucosides rank among the mildest surfactants in cosmetics. Rarely irritating and suitable for daily face washes.
Lauryl Glucoside is a nonionic surfactant from plant-based raw materials. Produced by condensation of lauryl alcohol (from coconut or palm) and glucose (from corn or potato). Belongs to the alkyl polyglucoside (APG) group. Mechanism. Reduces water surface tension – gently washes off dirt, sebum, makeup residue. Unlike classic sulfate surfactants (SLS, SLES), it does not damage the skin lipid barrier and does not irritate. Where applied. Shampoos and shower gels (5–20%), face wash foams, micellar solutions, baby cosmetics, sensitive-skin products. In Spain – base of Bioderma Atoderm, Avène Cleanance, La Roche-Posay Lipikar Syndet. Evidence base. CIR 2013 confirmed safety. A comparative study (Mehling 2007) showed lauryl glucoside and coco-glucoside irritate skin 3–5× less than SLES and significantly less than SLS. Safety. Biodegradable, does not sensitize at concentrations up to 20%. In patients with extremely reactive skin mild irritation is possible with long contact. Pregnancy and lactation – safe. Suitable for baby and hypoallergenic cosmetics.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
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Lauryl Glucoside is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Lauryl Glucoside suits: oily, dry, sensitive, combination, normal.
Mild plant-based surfactant from lauryl alcohol and glucose.
The INCI name is Lauryl Glucoside.
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