Name

Octadecyl D-Glucoside

Generally safe as used

Description

An emulsifier used in formulations for stability and texture.

Benefits

Improves texture, stabilizes formulations, suitable for sensitive skin.

Considerations

Low irritation potential, though can cause dryness if overused.

Synonyms

stearyl glucoside (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-octadecoxyoxane-3,4,5-triol EINECS 248-686-2 octadecyl glucopyranoside (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-(octadecyloxy)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/18604805

Summary

Generally safe as used.

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