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Arachidyl Glucoside
The quiet architect of a cream — silky texture, seamless stability.
| INCI name | Arachidyl Glucoside |
|---|---|
| Type | Plant-derived emulsifier — texture & stability |
| Key benefit | Silky, stable, elegant texture |
| Suits | All skin types, including sensitive skin |
What is this
Arachidyl Glucoside
Arachidyl glucoside is a gentle, plant-derived emulsifier created by joining arachidyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, with glucose. Acting as a bridge between oil and water, it gives creams their stable, silky, luxurious texture while remaining exceptionally mild and respectful of the skin.
In which products
Formulas with arachidyl glucoside
Noctis Longevity Night Serum
78.00 $
Silky night serum • 65 ingredients • 90% natural origin • nourishing overnight repair
Noctis Longevity Night Serum
78.00 $
Silky night serum • 65 ingredients • 90% natural origin • nourishing overnight repair
Every ingredient in our library serves one measure of success — skin longevity — the years skin keeps its strength, moisture and evenness.
Questions about arachidyl glucoside
What is arachidyl glucoside?
Arachidyl glucoside is a plant-derived emulsifier made by joining a gentle fatty alcohol, arachidyl alcohol, with glucose. In skincare it belongs to the quiet craft of formulation — the ingredients that give a cream its texture, its stability and its elegant behavior on the skin.
Why is arachidyl glucoside in skincare products?
Because oil and water do not mix on their own. Arachidyl glucoside bridges the two, keeping an emulsion smooth, stable and homogeneous through time and temperature. It also lends a silky, cushioned slip that you feel every time the product glides on.
Is arachidyl glucoside safe for skin?
Yes. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review expert panel assessed arachidyl glucoside and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating. It is non-ionic — meaning it does not disturb the skin's natural balance — and is considered exceptionally mild.
Is arachidyl glucoside natural?
It is of plant origin: both building blocks — the fatty alcohol and the glucose — derive from vegetable sources. Sugar-based emulsifiers of this family are a hallmark of modern natural formulation, chosen when a brand wants green chemistry without compromising texture.
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