Isostearyl Glucoside

Isostearyl Glucoside molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Alkyl glucoside, Isostearyl glucose derivative
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from isostearyl alcohol (synthesized fatty alcohol) and glucose (plant-derived sugar). Produced through condensation reaction between isostearyl alcohol and glucose under catalytic conditions.
Isostearyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the condensation of isostearyl alcohol with glucose
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
UV Protection
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · 2011 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR