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Emulsifier

C20-22 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A long-chain alkyl glucoside — mild non-ionic emulsifier from sugar and fatty alcohols. Skin-friendly class, well tolerated and biodegradable.

Function

BINDINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic sugar-based emulsifier
  • Skin tolerant — low irritation
  • Biodegradable plant-derived

Known concerns

  • May feel waxy at high %
  • Limited cosmetic-specific dossier for this chain length
  • Variable composition by source

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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