Methyl Gluceth-10

Methyl Gluceth-10 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, humectant agent. It is used in 182 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameMETHYL GLUCETH-10
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, HUMECTANT, MOISTURISING
CAS number68239-42-9
Prevalence182 products (0.2% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Serums 13.2%Toners 13.2%General Moisturizers 10.4%Face Cleansers 7.1%Ampoules 6.6%Essences 6%

Frequently asked

What does Methyl Gluceth-10 do in skincare?
Methyl Gluceth-10 functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, humectant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Methyl Gluceth-10 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Methyl Gluceth-10?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (13.2% of its uses).

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