Glucuronolactone

Glucuronolactone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 9 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex). PubMed carries 5 studies of its skin or topical use.

INCI nameGLUCURONOLACTONE
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number32449-92-6
EC number251-053-3
Prevalence9 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Scientific studies5 on PubMed (skin/cosmetic/topical)
Monthly searches2,400

Used in

Face Cleansers 22.2%General Moisturizers 22.2%Serums 22.2%Toners 22.2%Ampoules 11.1%

Frequently asked

What does Glucuronolactone do in skincare?
Glucuronolactone functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Glucuronolactone allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Glucuronolactone?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (22.2% of its uses).

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