See also: D-Glucoside, ethyl (annotation moved to); Ethyl Glucoside (annotation moved to).
Formula
C8H16O6
Mol. Weight
208.21
CAS #
30285-48-4
Form
Liquid
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic glycoside created through esterification of glucose. Developed as a gentler surfactant and emollient alternative to harsher cleansing agents in modern skincare formulations.