Coco Glucoside

🌿 What is Coco Glucoside?
Coco Glucoside is a non-ionic surfactant, made from glucose (grape sugar) and fatty alcohols derived from coconut oil. It is a 100% plant-based ingredient, highly regarded for its safety, mildness, and eco-friendliness.

🧪 Origin and Properties

• Origin: Synthesized from coconut oil and glucose extracted from corn.

• Physical properties:

  • Pale yellow liquid, odorless or with a mild natural scent

  • Completely water-soluble

  • Neutral to slightly alkaline pH, suitable for gentle cleansing formulas

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💧 Main Benefits of Coco Glucoside
✅ Gentle cleansing agent:
Effectively removes dirt and excess oil without drying or irritating the skin.

✅ Stable foaming agent:
Creates soft, stable foam – not as abundant as SLS, but sufficient for a pleasant experience.

✅ Co-emulsifier:
Helps stabilize the blend of oil and water in cosmetic formulations.

✅ Enhances natural moisturization:
Does not strip the skin’s natural lipid layer, leaving it soft and smooth after cleansing.

💄 Applications in Cosmetics

• Facial cleansers, body washes, shampoos

• Feminine hygiene products, baby care products

• Hand gels, gentle makeup removers

• Sulfate-free (SLS-free) and organic cosmetics

🔬 Safety and Certification
Recognized as safe and non-toxic by:

• CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)

• ECOCERT, COSMOS – certified for use in organic cosmetics

• EWG Skin Deep: Safety score of 1/10 (best rating)

It is non-irritating, non-comedogenic, and environmentally safe.

🌱 Advantages Compared to Traditional Surfactants

📌 Conclusion
Coco Glucoside is a mild, plant-derived cleanser ideal for natural skincare, haircare, and body care products. It’s non-irritating, preserves the skin’s protective barrier, and is a top choice in modern clean beauty and organic product trends.