Decyl Glucoside: The mild sugar surfactant for excellent foam  Are you looking for a gentle yet high-performance cleanser for skin and hair? Decyl glucoside belongs to the group of alkyl polyglucosides (APGs) and is considered one of the most skin-friendly surfactants on the market. As a purely plant-based powerhouse, it combines environmental safety with cleansing power that meets even the highest standards. What makes decyl glucoside so special?Like its relatives, coco glucoside and lauryl glucoside, decyl glucoside is derived from natural raw materials such as corn starch (glucose) and plant-based fatty alcohols. It is of 100% plant origin and is readily biodegradable. The key advantage over other sugar surfactants:  Superior foaming ability: While many mild surfactants produce little foam, decyl glucoside creates a stable, pleasant lather.  Lighter textures: It has less of a thickening effect than other APGs, making it ideal for more fluid formulations.  High substantivity: It has a natural affinity for keratin, allowing it to be gentle on skin and hair during cleansing.   Applications in natural cosmetics Decyl glucoside is a true team player. As a non-ionic surfactant, it is compatible with almost all other surfactant classes and can be used either as a primary surfactant or as a co-surfactant. Ideal for:  Mild shampoos and shower gels  Cleansing lotions for sensitive facial skin  Eco-friendly bubble baths  Baby and child care products    Important processing notes When working with Decyl Glucoside, there are two technical aspects crucial for a stable final product:   pH value: As supplied, the surfactant has an alkaline pH of 11.5–12.5. It is therefore necessary to lower the pH of the finished formulation to a skin-friendly level (approx. 5.5) using lactic acid or citric acid.  Preservation: A major advantage is that the raw material itself requires no additional preservation due to its high pH.   Technical data at a glance  Feature | Value / Specification   Active washing substances (WAS) | 51–55%   Usage concentration | 2–30%   Origin | 100% plant-based (corn/vegetable fat)   Type | Non-ionic surfactant     A quick formulation tip: Since Decyl Glucoside alone barely increases viscosity, it is recommended to combine it with a natural thickener like xanthan gum or to blend it with Lauryl Glucoside if you want to create a gel-like product.