What is caprylyl decyl glucoside?

What is caprylyl decyl glucoside?

Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is a glucose alkyl ether that contains 60% active matter and is ECOCERT Certified, preservative free and free of impurities. Due to this dual purpose, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is an excellent choice for the formulation of foaming aromatherapy products. …

What is caprylyl glucoside used for?

Caprylyl/ Capryl Glucoside is used in our liquid hand soap and body wash products as a gentle cleanser. In the formula it helps properly disperse the ingredients, and ensure easy rinsing and removal of residues from the skin.

What is decyl glucoside used for?

Decyl glucoside is a mild cleanser used in cosmetic formularies including in products for individuals with a sensitive skin. It is plant-derived, biodegradable, and gentle for most hair types.

Is Caprylyl capryl glucoside the same as Coco glucoside?

Decyl and Coco glucoside are the two mildest glucosides available for cleansing formulations. The Lauryl Glucoside is slightly more irritating but not that bad but the caprylyl/ capryl glucoside is quite a bit harsher on the skin.

Is caprylyl glucoside safe?

Based on the data reviewed, the CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl glucoside ingredients, including Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Arachidyl Glucoside, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside and Coco-Glucoside were safe for use in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating.

Is decyl glucoside safe for skin?

Decyl glucoside is a mild agent and non-toxic, making it safe for skincare and personal care products like facial cleansers, liquid body washes, etc. Its mild, non-toxic, and gentle nature ensures decyl glucoside does not cause any rashes or irritation on the skin.

What is another name for decyl glucoside?

Decyl glucoside

What are the side effects of decyl glucoside?

At high concentrations Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside was irritating and long-term skin irritation resulted in other adverse effects including body weight loss. No other adverse effects were observed at concentrations that did not cause skin irritation.

Is Coco glucoside the same as lauryl glucoside?

Lauryl glucoside is part of a group of ingredients called the alkyl glucosides. Lauryl glucoside is slightly more irritating than decyl glucoside and coco-glucoside but isn’t considered to be as irritating as caprylyl/ capryl glucoside which is another alkyl glucoside used in the same way.

What is the difference between Coco glucoside and decyl glucoside?

Decyl Glucoside is very similar to coco glucoside (non-ionic and ECOCERT compatible), but it has a shorter chain length. It creates less foam (its foam is less stable) than coco glucoside but it does add more viscosity to a product. It is derived from coconut oil and glucose and is completely biodegradable.

Is caprylyl glycol safe for skin?

Is caprylyl glycol safe? Caprylyl glycol is safe to use in cosmetics, according to the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel. Just keep in mind, no ingredient is 10/10 risk-free. Some peeps might experience skin irritation after use.

What can caprylyl / capryl glucoside be used for?

Due to this dual purpose, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is an excellent choice for the formulation of foaming aromatherapy products. A clear to light yellow viscous liquid (clearer than most other glucosides), which increases the foaming capacity in skincare and haircare products.

Why is Decyl glucoside good for your skin?

Decyl Glucoside is a mild, and gentle, surfactant and because it does not dry the skin it is ideal for the formulation of personal hygiene and toiletry products.

How is Decyl glucoside similar to other surfactants?

Decyl Glucoside is comparable to the other Alky Polyglucoside Surfactants (Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside (c8-10), Coco Glucoside (c8-16), and Lauryl Glucoside (c12-16)) all being the combination of the glucoside and select fatty alcohols. Decyl Glucoside generates an exceptional foam for a nonionic surfactant, whatever the conditions.

Can you mix caprylyl glucoside with essential oils?

It also has the excellent benefit of acting as an emulsifier to allow essential oils and water to mix. Using Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside you can also blend some denser oils, such as carrier oils into your products. Combines well with other glucosides to make a complete foaming shower gel / shampoo.