murphyGlucarolactone
AKA: D-Glucaro-3, 6-lactone, 2782-04-9, XECPAIJNBXCOBO-HTVIOJJOSA-N
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginGlucarolactone is a synthetic polyhydroxy acid derived from gluconic acid, a member of the alpha-hydroxy acid chemical family. It is synthesized through the cyclization and lactonization of gluconic acid under controlled chemical conditions.
D-Glucaro-3,6-lactone
Formula
C6H8O7
Mol. Weight
192.12
CAS #
2782-04-9
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR