Coco-Glucoside
INCI: C8-C16 fatty alcohol glucoside
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 14 Aug 2026
Also known as: C8-C16 fatty alcohol glucoside, D-Glucopyranose, oligomeric, C10-16-alkyl glycosides, Natural surfactant, Alkyl polyglucoside
Mixture of a fatty alcohol from coconut oil and the sugar glucose
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What Is Coco-Glucoside?
Coco-glucoside is a mixture of non-drying fatty alcohol from coconut oil and the sugar glucose. It primarily functions as a gentle cleansing agent in cosmetics because of its ability to lift dirt and oils from skin. It may be plant-derived (from coconuts) or manufactured synthetically.\n\nIn its raw form, coco-glucoside is a cloudy, viscous solution. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has found coco-glucoside is safe and non-irritating as used in cosmetics. It is used in concentrations up to 2% in leave-on products, and 15% in rinse-off formulations.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, July 2020, pages 809-819 Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, 2020
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Pediatric Dermatology, May/June 2020, Volume 37, Issue 3, pages 447-454 Pediatric Dermatology, 2020
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International Journal of Toxicology, September-October 2013, Volume 32, Supplement 5, pages 22S-48S International Journal of Toxicology, 2013
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AAPS PharmSciTech, March 2011, pages 1-9 AAPS PharmSciTech, 2011
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Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, January 2010, pages 1-6 Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2010
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