Know about decyl glucoside.

 

 Know about decyl glucoside.

Decyl glucoside is produced by the reaction (known as esterification) of glucose from corn starch with the fatty alcohol capric alcohol, which is obtained from coconut and/or palm oil.

 

Decyl glucoside is a mild cleanser used in cosmetic formularies including in products for individuals with a sensitive skin. It is plant-derived, biodegradable, and gentle for most hair types.

 

Other cleansing agents include soaps and surfactants, both naturally derived and synthetic, that could be used in place of decyl glucoside. We do not use animal-based soaps or synthetic surfactants as cleansing agents, but we do use vegetable-based soaps and other naturally derived surfactants in some of our products.

 

What are the benefits of decyl glucoside?

The main benefits of decyl glucoside are that it is a gentle surfactant and it improves the foaming of a product. Surfactants help to reduce the surface tension between two phases, for example between a liquid and a solid or between two liquids.

 

What are the side effects of decyl glucoside?

At high concentrations Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside was irritating and long-term skin irritation resulted in other adverse effects including body weight loss. No other adverse effects were observed at concentrations that did not cause skin irritation.

 

What is decyl glucoside found in?

Decyl glucoside is found throughout the cosmetic industry in products such as baby shampoo and specialty items labeled for sensitive skin. Various creams, body washes, and baby skin care items contain this substance.

 

Is Decyl Glucoside good for skin?

 

Decyl Glucoside is a mild, and gentle, surfactant and because it does not dry the skin it is ideal for the formulation of personal hygiene and toiletry products. ... It also helps to moisturize the skin to prevent inflammation and itchiness.

 

Is Decyl Glucoside good for face?

 

Decyl glucoside is a naturally derived, biodegradable surfactant with vast uses and benefits because of its natural properties. ... Decyl glucoside is a mild agent and non-toxic, making it safe for skincare and personal care products like facial cleansers, liquid body washes, etc.

 

Is Decyl Glucoside a soap?

Decyl glucoside is a mild cleanser used in cosmetic formularies including in products for individuals with a sensitive skin. It is plant-derived, biodegradable, and gentle for most hair types.

 

Is decyl a glucoside Ecocert?

Decyl Glucoside is very similar to coco glucoside (non-ionic and ECOCERT compatible), but it has a shorter chain length. It creates less foam (its foam is less stable) than coco glucoside but it does add more viscosity to a product. It is derived from coconut oil and glucose and is completely biodegradable.

 

Is Decyl Glucoside safe in shampoo?

Who should use it: Decyl-glucoside is safe for use on all hair types and textures, but those with curly or dry hair who are looking to avoid sulfates would benefit most. It is also beneficial for those with irritated and dry scalps who are looking to cleanse without stripping the skin of its natural oils.

 

What shampoos have Decyl Glucoside?

 

Products that Contain Decyl Glucoside

·         Mielle Organics Babassu Conditioning Shampoo:

·         Honey Baby Naturals Honey Dew Hair Foam Styling Mousse:

·         AG Hair Foam Weightless Volumizer:

·         MIZANI Foam Wrap:

·         Everyday Shea Babies & Up Bubble Bath - Lemon Lavender:

 

What is the pH of Decyl Glucoside?

 

11.5 – 12.5

The appearance of Decyl Glucoside is a viscous, slightly yellow, turbid liquid. In a solution of 10% water, the pH is 11.5 – 12.5. It is tolerant of high electrolyte formulations and compatible with cationic conditioning agents.

Is glucoside a sugar?

A glucoside is a glycoside that is derived from glucose. Glucosides are common in plants, but rare in animals. Glucose is produced when a glucoside is hydrolysed by purely chemical means, or decomposed by fermentation or enzymes.

 

Is decyl glucoside an alkyl polyglucoside?

 

Comparable to the other Alkyl Polyglucoside Surfactants, decyl glucoside is obtained from 100% renewable vegetable origin. ... Decyl glucoside is a gentle cleanser delicate enough even for the delicate skin on fruits, such as berries and cherry tomatoes, which is why it is used in Fruit & Veggie Sprays also.

 

What is the difference between lauryl glucoside and decyl glucoside?

 

Decyl Glucoside has the wealthiest foam and foam up quickly, but the foam also, disappear fast compare to others. The low viscosity presents excellent fluid fluidity. Lauryl Glucoside has the slowest and most excellent foam also the foam is more stable than others. The high viscosity suit for thick oriented products.

 

Is decyl glucoside natural?

 

Decyl Glucoside is a natural nonionic surfactant. Has great foaming capacity and is mild and gentle on the skin. Can be used as the only surfactant or can be a co-surfactant in cleansing formulas.

 

Is decyl glucoside harmful for hair?

Decyl Glucoside is an ideal choice for skincare and hair care products because it is gentle and mild, hence safe to use even on sensitive skin. In many natural skin care and hair care products, Decyl Glucoside has replaced sulfates which are considered to be harmful to your skin and hair.

 

Can you be allergic to decyl glucoside?

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to decyl glucoside. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

 

Is decyl glucoside safe to eat?

In typical formulations, it's gentle, non-irritating, non-allergenic, non-toxic, non-carcinogenic, and doesn't have any known adverse effects on bodily organs or on reproductive health. ... Non-ionic surfactants like decyl glucoside are usually gentle and unlikely to irritate or dry out skin.

 

Is decyl glucoside bad for the environment?

Is Decyl Glucoside Good For The Environment? Decyl glucoside is considered a sustainable alternative to conventional surfactants. As decyl glucoside is a naturally-derived ingredient it is often considered a more sustainable alternative to conventional surfactants.

 

Is Decyl Glucoside good for cleaning?

Sometimes labeled “non-ionic surfactant,” Decyl Glucoside is the cleaning world's answer to “hard water.” Decyl Glucoside lowers the surface tension of water (i.e., breaks down water into smaller molecules) so that soap can permeate the water more efficiently to clean your hands, dishes, clothes, and surfaces.

Is decyl glucoside a sulfate?

Decyl-glucoside is a sulfate-free surfactant used in cosmetic products, such as shampoos and cleansers. ... Decyl-glucoside is biodegradable and considered gentle due to its low risk of skin irritation. It is unique because despite not containing sulfates, it has a superior ability to create and maintain a foamy lather.

 

How much Decyl glucoside to use?

Because it is a mild, nonionic surfactant decyl glucoside can be added into emulsions such as cream or lotion bases to provide some cleansing action. Take care not to add too much 1-5% is usually sufficient - as it will compete with the emulsifier a little and destabilize the formula.

 

Is decyl glucoside safe to ingest?

In fact, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has concluded, after making a safety assessment, that Decyl Glucoside is safe, non-inflammatory, and non-irritating.

Is decyl glucoside a chemical?

 

Decyl Glucoside does not contain any impurities. Its chemical nature and the production process results in a surfactant without ethylene oxide and is suitable for baby, and pet products. It is mild and even aids in keeping skin's natural health.

 

Is lauryl glucoside same as decyl glucoside?

Decyl Glucoside has the wealthiest foam and foam up quickly, but the foam also, disappear fast compare to others. ... Lauryl Glucoside has the slowest and most excellent foam also the foam is more stable than others.

 

At high concentrations Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside was irritating and long-term skin irritation resulted in other adverse effects including body weight loss. No other adverse effects were observed at concentrations that did not cause skin irritation.