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Glucose

Our database includes 2,404 products that contain Glucose.

Explained

Glucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms.

In skincare, glucose is used to hydrate the skin. It also acts as a prebiotic for our natural biome.

Glucose is hydrating due to its humectant property. As a humectant, glucose draws moisture from the air and from deeper levels in the skin.

Our skin contains many sugars that act as prebiotics and help strengthen our natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin from harmful bacteria and other contaminants.

Studies show glucose may help with fading discoloration and pigmentation. This is because our skin metabolizes glucose into lactic acid. Lactic acid is an AHA that helps exfoliate the top layer of skin.

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What it does

Humectant A substance that promotes retention of moisture.

Prevalence

Uncommon Percentage of products that contain it
3.5%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Cleansers
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 34012
INCI Name GLUCOSE
INN Name dextrose
EC #  200-075-1
Ph. Eur. Name dextrosum / glucosum
All Functions Humectant