Glyceryl Glucoside
INCI: Glycerin, Glucose
Also known as: Glycerin, Glucose
Composed of skin-loving glycerin and glucose A humectant that draws moisture to skin
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What Is Glyceryl Glucoside?
Glyceryl glucoside is a humectant that may be plant-derived or synthetic (’s Choice Skincare uses the former). Its made by cross-reacting glycerin with glucose. It not only draws and hold water within skin’s surface layers, it interacts with water-transport channels (known as aquaporins) in skin’s surface to ensure balanced hydration.
The glucose portion of this ingredient plays a role in boosting skin’s enzymatic antioxidants, which improves skin’s environmental defenses. This includes reducing skin’s tendency to become dehydrated.
Recommended usage levels of glyceryl glucoside in skin care range from 0.5–2%. Since it’s composed of ingredients that occur naturally in skin, it is considered safe and non-irritating as used in cosmetics.
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