Methyl-gluceth-20

CAS Number     68239-42-9
Chem/IUPAC Name:     Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with methyl .beta.-d-glucopyranoside (4:1)

What does METHYL GLUCETH-20 do in a formulation?

    Humectant
    Moisturising

Used as plasticizer and spice fixative, ink solvent, synthetic use of dyes as chromatographic fixative, solvent, curing agent and humectant for spice fixative; carrier solvent; plasticizers; It absorbs carbon dioxide from natural gas and can be used as a softener for cigarette filters. Use as a cigarette filter binder and spice fixing agent, solvent, curing agent. And can be used in cosmetics, casting, dyes and other industries. This product is non-toxic and non-irritating. Determination of lipase substrate, spice fixative, solvent, gas chromatographic fixative

Since it has tremendous water retention capacity, it is very useful from a formulation point of view. It helps with the soft and unbreakable structure of bath soap, smoother texture in lotions and creams. It has significant numbers of hydroxyl groups (-OH) in its structure, so it can form a bond with water molecules and that's how it can attract more water. When applied on the skin, it draws moisture from the surrounding environment and makes it available for the skin. For dry skin, it imparts moisture and also does not let it escape by forming a film on the skin surface. It gives a gentle and smooth feel to the skin, which is peculiar to this ingredient. It is used in Creams, lotions, aftershave products, bathing soaps, cleansing products and hair wave products.