Product Name | |
| CAS | 246159-33-1 |
Quality Standard | Standard |
Product Grade | Cosmetic Grade |
Place of Origin | China |
Dangerous Goods | No |
Cetearyl glucoside is a mild, plant-derived non-ionic emulsifier belonging to the alkyl polyglycoside (APG) family. It is synthesized by the reaction of glucose (typically from renewable sources like corn or wheat starch) and cetearyl alcohol—a mixture of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol.
In its pure form, it appears as a white to off-white waxy solid or flaky powder. It is insoluble in cold water but dispersible in hot water and compatible with most oils, waxes, and other cosmetic ingredients such as non-ionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants. What distinguishes it is its excellent liquid crystal emulsification ability, which helps form stable oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions with a light, non-greasy texture. It is also mild to the skin and eyes, non-irritating, non-comedogenic, and readily biodegradable, complying with strict global cosmetic safety standards.
Cosmetics and Personal Care IndustryThis is the primary application field of cetearyl glucoside, widely used in various skincare and hair care products.
- Facial Skincare Products: It is a key emulsifier in moisturizing creams, lotions, serums, and sensitive skin care formulations. Its liquid crystal structure helps mimic the skin’s natural lipid barrier, enhancing moisture retention and improving the product’s spreadability without leaving a sticky residue. It is particularly suitable for products targeting dry, sensitive, or damaged skin.
- Body Care Products: Added to body lotions, hand creams, and body butters to stabilize the emulsion system and boost the product’s conditioning effect, leaving the skin soft and smooth.
- Hair Care Products: Used in conditioners, hair masks, and leave-in treatments as a conditioning agent and emulsifier. It helps reduce friction between hair strands, improve combability, eliminate static electricity, and add a natural gloss to hair without weighing it down.
- Baby Care Products: Its mild and non-irritating properties make it ideal for baby lotions and creams, meeting the strict safety requirements for infant skin care.
Pharmaceutical IndustryIt serves as an emulsifier and stabilizer in topical pharmaceutical preparations, such as medicated creams, ointments, and lotions. It helps disperse water-soluble and oil-soluble active pharmaceutical ingredients uniformly in the formulation, improving the stability of the preparation and promoting the absorption of drugs through the skin. Its mildness ensures that it does not cause additional irritation to damaged or sensitive skin areas.
Natural and Organic Personal Care ProductsAs a plant-sourced, biodegradable ingredient, cetearyl glucoside is a popular choice for natural and organic cosmetic formulations. It aligns with the clean beauty concept, free from synthetic preservatives or harsh chemicals, and meets the certification standards of organic cosmetic organizations in many countries.
- In cosmetic formulations, the recommended addition level is usually 1–5%, depending on the product type and desired texture.
- It is often compounded with cetearyl alcohol to enhance its emulsifying and thickening effects.
- Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and high temperatures to prevent oxidation and deterioration.
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