Heptyl glucoside is a natural non-ionic surfactant derived from sugar and castor seeds (castor oil). It is also a potent solubilizer, enabling the incorporation of lipophilic ingredients into water-based formulations. In addition, this plant-derived compound improves skin permeability, thereby increasing the adsorption rates of active ingredients.
Thanks to non-foaming solubilizing and hydrotrope properties, Heptyl glucoside can serve as a co-emulsifier in oil-in-water emulsions and microemulsions, enabling the usage of hydrophobic compounds such as essential oils, lipophilic fragrances, and oil-soluble vitamins in water-based formulations. In addition, it enhances the solubility of surfactants in water while providing resistance in extreme pH media.
Heptyl glucoside helps to disperse pigments in decorative cosmetics, inorganic compounds in sunscreens, and antiperspirant agents in deodorants. In addition, it improves the clarity of gels in high electrolyte-content formulas.
Cold processing is another valuable property of Heptyl glucoside, allowing its inclusion into a formula without heating and the use of fragrance compounds in water-based products, while remaining odor-neutral. In addition, it helps save energy, minimize environmental impact, and improve the cost-effectiveness of production. Heptyl glucoside is COSMOS & Ecocert certified and readily biodegradable, making it ideal for eco-friendly personal care products.
