Name

Hexadecyl D-Glucoside

Generally safe as used

Description

An emulsifier and surfactant used to stabilize formulations.

Benefits

Stabilizes formulations, improves texture, gentle on skin.

Considerations

Low irritation potential, but can cause dryness if overused.

Synonyms

Hexadecyl D-glucoside cetyl glucoside (3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-hexadecoxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol (3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-(Hexadecyloxy)-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4,5-triol

Research Sources

https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/decylg122011FRx.pdf https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/171356

Summary

Generally safe as used.

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