Cetearyl Glucoside

Cetearyl Glucoside Description

Cetearyl glucoside is a blend of cetearyl alcohol and glucose that functions primarily as an emulsifier in cosmetic formulas. It can be derived naturally or synthetically.

In addition to the emulsifying properties, cetearyl glucoside can also be used to enhance formulary texture and lend skin-softening emollience.

Suppliers of this ingredient describe it as ivory-colored pellets in raw material form.

Cetearyl glucoside has a proven track record of safety in cosmetic use, including a seal of approval from the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel. Their assessment looked at products using up to 3% concentration, although lower amounts (around 1%) are typically what’s used to form an emulsion.