Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside is the sodium salt of Ascorbyl Glucoside.
What does it do?
Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside?
Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside is the sodium salt of Ascorbyl Glucoside.
Is Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Ascorbyl Glucoside is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 21/01/2014