Maltooligosyl Glucoside

Synthetic
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
D-Glucopyranosyl-4-O-alpha-D-glucose, homopolymer, D-glucopyranoside
Functions
BINDING
FILM FORMING
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
SKIN CONDITIONING
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng