Glycoin® is a specialty cosmetic active based on Glyceryl Glucoside, a naturally inspired sugar-glycerol molecule used in advanced skincare and personal-care formulations.
Glycoin® natural is supplied as Glyceryl Glucoside in Water and is designed as a multifunctional active for formulations focused on hydration, skin conditioning, revitalization and healthy-looking skin. The supplier describes it as a natural-origin active produced through a biocatalytical/enzymatic process.
Its excellent water solubility and compatibility with a broad range of cosmetic ingredients make it suitable for modern serums, creams, lotions, masks, after-sun products and other skin-care formulations. The documented recommended use level for Glycoin® natural is approximately 0.5–2%.
INCI Name
Glyceryl Glucoside (and) Aqua (Water)
Active Ingredient
Glyceryl Glucoside
Common Names
- Glycoin
- Glycoin® natural
- Glyceryl Glucoside
- Glucosylglycerol
- 2-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl Glycerol
- 2-αGG
- Glucosyl Glycerol
- Cosmetic Glyceryl Glucoside
The commercial Glycoin® natural specification identifies Glyceryl Glucoside as the active ingredient and Aqua (Water) as the solvent.
Chemical Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Glycoin |
| Commercial Product | Glycoin® natural |
| INCI Name | Glyceryl Glucoside (and) Aqua (Water) |
| Active Ingredient | Glyceryl Glucoside |
| CAS Number | 22160-26-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C₉H₁₈O₈ |
| Molecular Weight | 254.24 g/mol |
| Ingredient Type | Cosmetic Active |
| Functional Class | Moisturizing / Skin Conditioning / Revitalizing Active |
| Physical Form | Slightly yellow liquid |
| Solubility | Excellent water solubility |
| Active Content | ≥50% Glyceryl Glucoside for Glycoin® natural |
| Recommended Usage | 0.5–2% |
| Main Application | Skin Care & Personal Care |
The molecular formula, molecular weight, active content and technical characteristics above are based on available Glycoin® natural technical documentation.
What is Glycoin?
Glycoin® natural is a specialty cosmetic active containing Glyceryl Glucoside, a molecule combining glucose and glycerol.
It is inspired by naturally occurring stress-protection mechanisms found in certain resilient organisms and is used in cosmetic formulations designed around hydration, revitalization, skin conditioning and protection from environmental stress.
The ingredient is particularly interesting for premium skincare because it can be incorporated into multifunctional formulations rather than serving only as a conventional humectant.
Key Benefits & Functions
1. Advanced Hydration Support
Glycoin® natural is used in cosmetic formulations designed to provide and support long-lasting skin hydration.
2. Skin Conditioning
It helps formulate products designed to leave skin feeling soft, smooth, conditioned and comfortable.
3. Skin Revitalization
Glycoin® is positioned as a revitalizing active for formulations targeting tired-looking, stressed or mature skin.
4. Supports Healthy-Looking Skin
Its multifunctional positioning makes it suitable for products designed to promote a healthy, refreshed and radiant-looking complexion.
5. Antioxidant Support
Glyceryl Glucoside is associated with antioxidant-support concepts and can be incorporated into formulations designed to help skin cope with environmental stressors.
6. Skin Elasticity & Smoothness
Glycoin® natural is used in advanced formulations targeting the appearance of smooth, supple and elastic-looking skin.
7. Suitable for Sensitive & Mature Skin Concepts
Its multifunctional cosmetic positioning makes it suitable for formulations developed for sensitive, mature and stressed-looking skin.
8. Excellent Water Solubility
The technical documentation reports excellent water solubility, making Glycoin® natural convenient for incorporation into aqueous cosmetic systems.
Cosmetic Applications
Skin Care
- Face Serums
- Hydrating Serums
- Anti-Aging Cosmetic Formulations
- Moisturizing Creams
- Face Lotions
- Gel Creams
- Facial Masks
- Eye-Care Products
- Skin-Conditioning Products
- Radiance-Focused Skincare
- Premium Facial Treatments
Sensitive Skin Care
- Sensitive Skin Creams
- Soothing Cosmetic Formulations
- Barrier-Support Formulations
- Hydrating Sensitive-Skin Serums
- Gentle Moisturizers
Mature Skin Care
- Age-Defying Cosmetic Products
- Firming-Focused Creams
- Rejuvenating Serums
- Skin-Revitalizing Masks
- Premium Anti-Aging Formulations
After-Sun Care
Glycoin® natural can be used in cosmetic after-sun formulations designed around hydration, comfort and skin conditioning.
Hair & Personal Care
It can also be considered for selected:
- Hair-Care Products
- Scalp-Care Formulations
- Conditioning Products
- Oral-Care Formulations
- Lip-Care Products
Supplier and industry documentation identify applications extending beyond facial skincare into hair, oral and other personal-care categories.
Suitable Product Types
- Glycoin Serum
- Hydrating Face Serum
- Anti-Aging Serum
- Rejuvenating Serum
- Face Cream
- Moisturizing Cream
- Hydrating Lotion
- Gel Cream
- Facial Mask
- Overnight Mask
- Eye Cream
- Sensitive Skin Cream
- Mature Skin Serum
- After-Sun Lotion
- After-Sun Gel
- Premium Skincare Products
- Hair-Care Products
- Scalp-Care Products
Recommended Usage
Typical Recommended Usage
0.5–2%
This is the documented recommended use range for Glycoin® natural.
The exact concentration should be selected according to:
- Desired cosmetic benefits
- Product format
- Overall formulation
- Active concentration
- Supplier specifications
- Finished-product testing
Always refer to the current supplier TDS/COA when developing commercial formulations.
How to Use
Glycoin® natural is suitable for incorporation into the water phase of cosmetic formulations. Technical documentation describes it as suitable for both hot and cold water-phase processing.
General Formulation Procedure
- Prepare the aqueous phase of the formulation.
- Measure the required amount of Glycoin®.
- Add Glycoin® to the water phase under gentle mixing.
- Mix until uniformly distributed.
- Continue with the remaining formulation process.
- Check final pH and appearance.
- Conduct stability and compatibility testing before production.
For maximum preservation of the intended active profile, many formulators may prefer adding specialty actives during the cool-down phase, where the formulation process allows.
Formulation Compatibility
Glycoin® natural is described as having good compatibility with other cosmetic actives and excipients.
It can be considered alongside ingredients such as:
- Glycerin
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Panthenol
- Niacinamide
- Alpha Arbutin
- Vitamin C Derivatives
- Vitamin E
- Ferulic Acid
- Botanical Extracts
- Peptides
- Humectants
- Skin-Conditioning Ingredients
- Other Cosmetic Actives
Final compatibility should always be evaluated in the complete formulation.
Formulation Characteristics
According to available Glycoin® natural technical information:
| Property | Specification / Typical Information |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Slightly yellow liquid |
| Active Content | ≥50% Glyceryl Glucoside |
| pH | Approximately 4.0–7.5 |
| Water Solubility | Excellent |
| Recommended Usage | 0.5–2% |
| Application Phase | Water Phase |
| Density | Approx. 1.2–1.4 g/ml |
| Stability Range | pH 3–11 |
| Preservation | Preservative-free grade |
| Natural Origin | 100% natural origin for Glycoin® natural |
| Certifications | COSMOS / ECOCERT documented for Glycoin® natural |
These specifications apply specifically to Glycoin® natural and should not automatically be applied to every product sold under the generic name “Glycoin.”
Natural & Sustainability Positioning
Glycoin® natural is documented as a 100% natural-origin Glyceryl Glucoside produced through a biocatalytical/enzymatic process. Available certification information also lists COSMOS/ECOCERT approval for Glycoin® natural.
The supplier documentation also identifies the ingredient as vegan and GMO-free.
Important: Use certification, vegan, GMO-free or natural-origin claims on your website only when the exact grade you are selling is covered by the relevant supplier documentation.
Product Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Glycoin |
| Commercial Reference | Glycoin® natural |
| INCI | Glyceryl Glucoside (and) Aqua (Water) |
| Active | Glyceryl Glucoside |
| CAS No. | 22160-26-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C₉H₁₈O₈ |
| Molecular Weight | 254.24 g/mol |
| Active Content | ≥50% |
| Appearance | Slightly yellow liquid |
| Solubility | Excellent in water |
| Usage Level | 0.5–2% |
| Functional Category | Cosmetic Active |
| Main Function | Hydration & Skin Conditioning |
| Secondary Functions | Revitalizing / Antioxidant-Support |
| Main Applications | Skin Care & Personal Care |
Why Choose Glycoin?
- Advanced multifunctional cosmetic active
- Based on Glyceryl Glucoside
- Excellent hydration-focused ingredient
- Suitable for premium skincare formulations
- Supports skin-conditioning concepts
- Suitable for mature and sensitive-skin formulations
- Ideal for revitalizing skincare
- Excellent water solubility
- Low recommended use level
- Suitable for serums, creams, masks and lotions
- Compatible with many common cosmetic ingredients
- Suitable for modern natural-origin cosmetic concepts when using the documented Glycoin® natural grade
Storage
For Glycoin® natural, available technical information recommends storage at approximately 5–25°C, with refrigeration at 2–8°C after opening. The documented shelf life is approximately 2 years under the specified storage conditions.
Keep the container properly closed and protected from contamination.
Always follow the current supplier TDS/SDS for the exact grade being sold.
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