Decyl Glucoside
Very mild nonionic surfactant that builds gentle cleansing with a soft, creamy foam. Great for facial cleansers, baby wash, and low-irritation body wash systems.
Decyl Glucoside is a mild, nonionic surfactant (alkyl polyglucoside) used to create gentle rinse-off products with good foam and comfort.
It is a strong choice for sensitive-skin cleansers because it helps reduce the harsh feel that can come from stronger anionic surfactants.
Decyl glucoside blends well with amphoterics like CAPB or cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, and it can be used as a primary cleanser in very gentle systems.
It is often supplied as a viscous liquid that can thicken in cool weather.
FEATURES
- Very mild cleansing – supports low-irritation wash-off formulas.
- Creamy foam – improves lather texture and rinse feel.
- Blend friendly – pairs well with amphoterics and anionics for balanced performance.
- Good for sensitive concepts – popular in facial cleansers and baby wash systems.
BEST FOR
- Facial cleanser gels
- Baby wash
- Body wash
- Hand wash
- Shampoo blends
- Low-irritation cleansers
FORMULATION GUIDELINES
| INCI | Decyl Glucoside |
|---|---|
| Type | Nonionic surfactant (alkyl polyglucoside) |
| Solubility | Water soluble / water dispersible (viscous liquid) |
| Use Rate | 2–20% typical as supplied, depending on the mildness target and total surfactant load. |
| ASM (Active Matter) | ~50–55% typical (grade dependent) |
| CMC | ~0.02–0.06% (approx., system dependent) |
| pH Compatibility | We recommend finished product pH 4.5–7.5 for most rinse-off products. |
| Temperature Tolerance | Stable under normal processing. We recommend warming gently for handling, then avoid prolonged high heat holding. |
| Pro Tip | For very gentle cleansers, combine decyl glucoside with an amphoteric (CAPB or cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine) to improve foam quality and reduce irritation. Adjust viscosity only after the full surfactant blend is complete, because APGs can shift the salt curve and clarity. If clarity is important, keep fragrance and electrolytes controlled and test early, because APG systems can haze depending on the full blend. |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid |
| Stability Notes | Viscosity and clarity depend on surfactant ratio, salt level, fragrance load, and preservative. Test your full system early. |
| Storage | Keep sealed, cool and dry. Protect from freezing. Warm gently if it thickens in cold conditions. |
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