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Cetearyl Glucoside
Cetearyl Glucoside
A gentle, sugar-derived emulsifier that blends oil and water and is favored in natural and sensitive-skin formulas.
What it does
Cetearyl glucoside is an emulsifier made by combining fatty alcohols with plant sugars. It helps oil and water mix into a stable cream and gives a soft, conditioning feel. Because it is plant-derived and well tolerated, it is common in formulas positioned as natural or for sensitive skin. It is a structural emulsifier rather than a skin active.
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