How to use

Decyl Glucoside is a versatile, gentle surfactant that can be used in a variety of cosmetic and personal care formulations. Here’s how it can be used:

1. Facial Cleansers

• Usage Rate: 5% – 10%
• Function: Provides mild cleansing without stripping the skin of its natural oils. Ideal for sensitive or dry skin types.
• How to Incorporate: Add to the water phase of your formula. Mix well to ensure even distribution and good foaming properties.

2. Shampoos & Conditioners

• Usage Rate: 5% – 15%
• Function: Acts as a mild cleansing agent, creating a rich, soft foam that cleanses the hair without irritating the scalp.
• How to Incorporate: Combine with other surfactants if needed, and add to the surfactant phase of the formulation. For a gentle shampoo, you can use it as the primary surfactant.

3. Body Washes & Shower Gels

• Usage Rate: 5% – 12%
• Function: Gently cleanses the skin while producing a rich, stable foam.
• How to Incorporate: Add to the water phase, ensuring it is blended well with other surfactants to achieve the desired foaming effect.

4. Baby Care Products

• Usage Rate: 3% – 5%
• Function: Mild, non-irritating cleanser suitable for delicate baby skin.
• How to Incorporate: Blend into baby washes, shampoos, or bath products, ensuring a smooth consistency and gentle feel.

5. Liquid Soaps

• Usage Rate: 5% – 10%
• Function: Adds mild cleansing properties to liquid soap formulations, creating a gentle, skin-friendly product.
• How to Incorporate: Mix into the formulation’s water phase and combine with other mild surfactants to balance foaming and skin compatibility.

6. Body Wipes

• Usage Rate: 2% – 5%
• Function: Acts as a gentle cleanser in wet wipes, perfect for on-the-go use without causing irritation.
• How to Incorporate: Mix with water and other mild ingredients to create a soothing solution for cleansing.

General Tips:

• Temperature: Decyl Glucoside is heat-sensitive, so avoid adding it to formulations that exceed 40°C to maintain its effectiveness.
• Blending: It blends well with other mild surfactants like cocamidopropyl betaine or sodium cocoyl glutamate to boost cleansing without irritation.
• pH Range: Effective in a wide pH range (4-8), suitable for most skin care and hair care products.

By incorporating Decyl Glucoside into your formulas, you can create gentle, foaming, and effective products suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and baby skin.