Name
Decyl Glucoside
Description
A mild, non-ionic surfactant derived from glucose and coconut oil.
Benefits
Gentle on the skin, suitable for sensitive skin types, biodegradable.
Considerations
Low irritation potential, though can cause dryness if overused.
Synonyms
Decyl glucoside
(3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-(Decyloxy)-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-Pyran-3,4,5-triol
Decyl D-glucopyranoside
Decyl D-glucoside
D-Glucopyranoside, decyl
1-decyl-D-glucopyranoside
(3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-decoxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol
(3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-(Decyloxy)-6-(hydroxymethyl)-tetrahydro-2H-Pyran-3,4,5-triol
Capryl glycoside
Caprylyl glycoside
decyl glucopyranoside
C16H32O6
n-decyl-d-glucopyranoside
D-Glucose decyl octyl ether
Decyl polyglucose
Research Sources
https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/decylg122011FRx.pdf
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/3033856
Summary
Generally safe as used.
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