Methyl Gluceth-20
AKA “RefChem:865578, Methyl gluceth, Methyl 2, 6-tetrakis-O-(2-hydroxyethyl)hexopyranoside”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Methyl gluceth-20
AKA: RefChem:865578, Methyl 2, 6-tetrakis-O-(2-hydroxyethyl)hexopyranoside
Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle humectant that draws moisture into skin and hair, helping to lock in hydration for a softer, smoother feel throughout the day.
Effective at 3.5%
Formula
C15H30O10
Mol. Weight
370.39
CAS #
68239-42-9
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Moisturising
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic humectant developed for contemporary skincare products. Created to enhance moisture retention and improve the sensory feel of cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Methyl Gluceth-10
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Methyl Gluceth-20
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Methyl Gluceth-10
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Methyl Gluceth-20
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Scientific advice – children’s exposure to Methyl salicylate (methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate) - Revision of SCCS/1654/23
Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS)
European Commission — SCCS
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR