Decyl Glucoside

Decyl Glucoside is a mild, plant-derived nonionic surfactant made from glucose and fatty alcohols. Cleansers and shampoos use it to create gentle lather, lift away impurities, and keep skin and hair feeling soft.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A gentle, plant-based cleanser that won't strip skin's moisture.
Category
Cleansing, Sensitive Skin
Type
Surfactant

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Great

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Removes daily buildup while respecting the skin’s moisture balance, helping to avoid tightness. Works well for easily irritated complexions and sensitive scalps.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in face washes, body cleansers, and baby shampoos; also used in micellar waters for low-foaming cleansing.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Generally very gentle, but any surfactant can sting eyes or cause dryness/irritation if used at high levels or left on the skin. No notable regulatory restrictions for typical rinse-off use.

Is Decyl Glucoside a Good Ingredient?

Great rating due to well-documented mildness, good skin compatibility, and stable performance across formulas with low irritation potential. It cleans effectively without significantly disrupting the skin barrier, making it suitable for sensitive use.

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