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<p>Lauryl Glucoside (AC 1200) is a very mild, non-ionic surfactant used to create gentle, sulphate-free cleansing products. It is made from plant-derived fatty alcohols and glucose and produces a soft, creamy foam with a comfortable skin feel. Supplied as a viscous liquid with high active matter, it is commonly used as a primary or secondary cleanser in face, body, and hair formulas.</p>
<p>Also available in <a href="https://essentiallynatural.co.za/products/limited-edition-lauryl-glucoside-sample-size-10g">Sample Sizes.</a></p>
<p>Further reading: <a href="https://essentiallynatural.co.za/blogs/surfactants-1">The Surfactant Series</a></p>
<h4>Key Properties</h4>
<ul>
<li>Type: Non-ionic surfactant</li>
<li>Texture: Viscous liquid</li>
<li>Solubility: Water soluble</li>
<li>Active Matter: About 50%</li>
<li>Supplied pH: 11.5 to 12.5</li>
<li>Biodegradability: Naturally biodegradable</li>
<li>Use Style: Primary cleanser or co-surfactant in sulphate-free systems</li>
<li>Size Options: 100g, 200g, 500g, 1kg or 5kg</li>
<li>Also Available: Sample sizes</li>
</ul>
<h4>What It’s Used For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Face cleansers and micellar-style washes</li>
<li>Body wash, shower gel and bubble bath</li>
<li>Shampoos and scalp cleansers</li>
<li>Liquid soap, hand wash and personal care wipes</li>
<li>Toothpaste and mouthwash bases</li>
</ul>
<h4>Who It’s For</h4>
<p>This product is suitable for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Formulators creating mild, sulphate-free cleansers for face, body or hair</li>
<li>Sensitive-skin and baby-focused cleansing concepts</li>
<li>Formulas needing a gentle foam booster and co-surfactant</li>
<li>Vegan-friendly personal care formulations</li>
</ul>
<p>This product is not:</p>
<ul>
<li>A finished cleanser intended to be applied directly without formulating</li>
<li>Suitable for use neat on skin</li>
</ul>
<h4>How To Use</h4>
<ul>
<li>As a Primary Cleanser: Use at 5% to 30% depending on product type and desired foam.</li>
<li>As a Co-Surfactant and Foam Booster: Use at 2% to 15% to increase mildness and improve skin feel in blended systems.</li>
<li>As a Thickening Strategy: Combine with amphoterics such as cocamidopropyl betaine, gums, or natural thickeners, then test viscosity and stability.</li>
<li>As a Quick Bubble Bath Blend: Mix 30ml lauryl glucoside with 15ml OliveM 300 and essential oils of choice, then hold the cup under running bath water as the bath fills.</li>
<li>Processing Tip: Add to the water phase and pre-mix with a little warm water for easier handling.</li>
<li>Processing Tip: Adjust the finished product to a skin-friendly pH, typically 5.0 to 5.5.</li>
<li>Processing Tip: Salt thickening response is limited, add salt sparingly and test.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Safety Instructions</h4>
<ul>
<li>For external use only and do not ingest</li>
<li>Do not use neat on skin, always dilute within a finished product</li>
<li>Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes, rinse well with clean water if contact occurs</li>
<li>Patch test the finished product before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs</li>
<li>Keep out of reach of children and pets</li>
<li>Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from light and use clean utensils to avoid contamination</li>
</ul>
<h4>FAQs</h4>
<p>Q: Why is the supplied pH so high?<br>A: Many surfactants are supplied alkaline for stability, but the final formulation should be adjusted to a skin-friendly pH.</p>
<p>Q: Will adding salt thicken it like other surfactants?<br>A: Lauryl glucoside has a limited salt response, so viscosity is usually improved by blending with amphoterics or using suitable thickeners.</p>
<p>Q: Can I use this on its own as a cleanser?<br>A: It is a raw surfactant intended for formulating, it should be diluted and balanced within a complete formula for best comfort and performance.</p>