Glyceryl Glucoside

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Product Overview

Glyceryl Glucoside (also known as glucosylglycerol or 2‑O‑α‑D‑Glucosylglycerol) is a glycoside formed by linking glucose and glycerol. This compound is prized in personal care formulations for its excellent moisturizing, humectant, and antioxidant properties. It can be synthetically produced from glucose and glycerin or derived from plants.

Product Benefits

• Powerful humectant that helps attract and retain moisture in the skin, ensuring long-lasting hydration.
• Enhances skin barrier function and supports water retention by upregulating aquaporin‑3, reducing transepidermal water loss.
• Gently antioxidant—boosts enzymatic antioxidants and protects skin from environmental stressors.
• Improves skin softness, smoothness, and overall appearance, particularly effective for dry skin types.

Commonly paired ingredients

• Typically formulated alongside other humectants and skin-conditioning agents such as glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides for synergistic hydration and skin barrier support.

Product Specifications

• Appearance and Color: White to off‑white powder.
• CAS Number: 110-65-6
• Molecular Formula: C₄H₆O₂
• Storage: Hygroscopic—store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated environment, preferably refrigerated and under inert atmosphere to maintain stability.