Lauryl Glucoside Surfactant

Description

Lauryl Glucoside is commonly used in gentle, sulfate-free formulations for products such as shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, and hand soaps where mild but effective cleansing is desired. Usage levels typically range from 3–30%, depending on the required foaming, detergency, and viscosity contribution.

Lauryl Glucoside is compatible with a wide range of anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric surfactants and can assist with viscosity building, especially when used alongside salt-based thickeners or natural gums.

It is generally added to the water phase of a formulation and should be incorporated at slightly warmed temperature to ensure proper blending and maintain product stability.

Lauryl Glucoside at 50–52% active matter is typically a thick, pourable liquid, though it can sometimes develop a slightly hazy look or tiny bead-like crystals, especially in cooler temperatures. This is a normal characteristic of the material and does not affect its performance. Gentle warming and stirring will help the beads dissolve and return the surfactant to a smooth, uniform consistency. Its mild cleansing profile and ease of use in liquid systems make it an excellent choice for shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and other sulfate-free formulations.