Isodecyl Glyceryl Ether

Synthetic

Cleanser

Clean

OriginDerived from isodecanol and glycerol, both petroleum-derived synthetic compounds or glycerol-based feedstocks. Synthesized through etherification reaction between glycerol and isodecyl alcohol under catalytic conditions.

3-Isodecyloxypropane-1,2-diol

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Cleansing Surfactant

Fights Bacteria

Reduces Inflammation

Removes Impurities

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

CIR Safety Findings

Not Phototoxic (CIR Panel on the ingredient group)

CIR Panel statement covering this group of ingredients; not tested individually (CIR 588)

Concentration Guide

CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.

CIR · report published 2013

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR