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CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE

Last update on Feb 4, 2023

Cetearyl Glucoside is an emulsifier that has softening properties for the skin and improves the texture of the formulations that it is added to. It is good for low viscosity formulations and enhances the spreadability of cosmetic and personal care products. In its raw form, Cetearyl Glucoside appears as pellets that are ivory in color. It also has a characteristic odor. Further, the chemical formula of Cetearyl Glucoside is C₂₂H₃₀N₄O.

CAS Number: 246159-33-1Chem/IUPAC Name: D-Glucopyranose, C16-18 alkyl glycosidesEINECS/ELINCS No: COSING REF No: 75137

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JACARE CACG

by Hangzhou Jarsin Chemical Technology

INCI: CETEARYL ALCOHOL | CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE

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Plantasens® Emulsifier HP 49

by Clariant

INCI: CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE | SORBITAN STEARATE | CETEARYL ALCOHOL | DISODIUM CETEARYL SULFOSUCCINATE

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Smartsurfa® M68

by Uniproma Chemical

INCI: CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE | CETEARYL ALCOHOL

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What is CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE used for?

Cetearyl Glucoside is quite a beneficial ingredient in the world of cosmetics and personal care. It can be found in products such as moisturizers, rejuvenating masks, eye creams, conditioners and cleansers.

Skin care: It is a good emulsifier that has skin softening properties. It repairs the natural barrier of the skin - to keep it hydrated and prevent it from external harmful factors
Cosmetic products: In cosmetic products, Cetearyl Glucoside works to enhance the texture and spreadability of the products. It gives a rich velvety feel to the formulations that it is added to and makes the cosmetic products more hydrating

Origin

Cetearyl Glucoside can be both natural and synthetic. It is commonly made by reacting Cetearyl alcohol with glucose. Cetearyl Glucoside appears as ivory colored pellets and has a characteristic scent.

What does CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE do in a formulation?

EMULSIFYING

Safety Profile

Cetearyl Glucoside is safe for the skin when used under the recommended use levels, which is around 1-1.5%. Using Cetearyl Glucoside higher than 3% can cause side effects such as burning and itchiness. Further, this ingredient can be slightly comedogenic and may cause acne. A patch test should be performed before full application. Cetearyl Glucoside is also safe for use during pregnancy.