Lauroyl Methyl Glucamide

INGREDIENTS IN DEPTH - LAUROYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE

Lauroyl Methyl Glucamide is a well-known ingredient used in personal care products as a surfactant and a conditioning agent. Learn all about Lauroyl Methyl Glucamide reviews and benefits.
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SUMMARY

SAFE TO BE USED IN PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS | APPROVED BY REGULATORY BODIES

A well-known ingredient used in personal care products as a surfactant and a conditioning agent.

WHAT IS LAUROYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE?

Lauroyl Methyl Glucamide is obtained by the reaction of methylglucamine with a mixture of lauroyl and myristoyl chloride. It is used as a conditioning agent, surfactant. It conditions the skin and hair and makes them look younger. It is gentle and mild.  It is found in products such as facial cleansers, make-up removers, conditioners and anti-dandruff shampoos. 

 REVIEW OF LAUROYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE

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Lauroyl Methyl Glucamide is one of the most researched and reviewed ingredients. Renowned regulatory body - EWG (Environmental Working Group Skin Deep is a cosmetic database for ensuring the safety of ingredients being used in personal care products) has rated it safe for use in cosmetics, personal care products. 

BENEFITS OF LAUROYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE

Lauroyl Methyl Glucamide has the various following benefits:

  • Acts as a surfactant: It is an effective surfactant as it reduces the surface tension between 2 liquids or a liquid and a solid which helps in even distribution of the product when it is applied.
  • Acts as a conditioning agent: It makes the skin and hair softer and smoother. It absorbs moisture which keeps them hydrated. It makes the skin and hair look younger.

 

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