Octyldodecyl Glucoside
AKA “Octyl dodecyl glucoside, UNKNOWN”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Octyldodecyl glucoside
AKA: Octyl dodecyl glucoside, UNKNOWN
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Octyldodecyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of Octyldodecanol with glucose
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
Synthetic sugar-derived surfactant developed in the late 20th century as a gentle, biodegradable alternative to harsher synthetic surfactants. No traditional use; created to cleanse while maintaining skin barrier integrity.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR