Sugar tensides
INCI Name:
- Caprylyl/Capry glucoside
- Decyl
- Lauryl Glucoside
These surfactants are created from the connection between a fatty acid and a glucose molecule. Sugar surfactants, also known as Alkyl polyglucosides, are good alternatives to commonly used sulfur (sulfate) surfactants. Their foaming and degreasing effect is weaker, but they are gentler on the skin.
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It helps the skin retain moisture, keeping it soft, smooth, and supple.
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Promotes increased transport, exchange of skin lipids. Restores the skin's protective barrier function.
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Strengthens barrier function and reduces transepidermal water loss.
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Biosaccharide Gum-2 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol.
