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Decyl Glucoside

Decyl Glucoside
Also known as: Decyl Polyglucose
SurfactantCleansing

A mild, plant-derived cleanser that's gentle enough for daily use on sensitive skin.

Skin types
All types
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Use when
AM & PM
Concentration
5–20%
What it does

Decyl glucoside is a mild non-ionic surfactant made from plant-derived decyl alcohol and glucose. Like coco glucoside, it is exceptionally gentle and popular in natural and sensitive skin formulations. It has slightly better foam than coco glucoside and is often paired with it in cleansers.

Benefits
  • Very gentle — suitable for sensitive and dry skin
  • Good foam profile for a natural surfactant
  • Biodegradable and plant-derived
How to layer
☀️ Morning routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
SPF
🌙 Evening routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
Face Oil
After cleansing, before moisturiser
Good for
All skinSensitive skinDry skin
How to use

Found in gentle cleansers. Rinse off after use.

Typical concentration: 5–20% in rinse-off cleansers