Methyl Glucose Sesquilaurate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Methyl d-glucopyranoside 2, 6-dioleate, D-Glucopyranoside methyl 2, D-Glucopyranoside
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
D-Glucopyranoside, methyl, dodecanoate (2:3)
Formula
C43H78O8
Mol. Weight
723.1
CAS #
82933-91-3
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.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A recent cosmetic innovation combining glucose derivatives with lauric acid. Developed to create gentle, biodegradable surfactants for contemporary skincare.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR