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Glyceryl Glucoside

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INCI: Glyceryl Glucoside
In short · TL;DR
Category
Moisturizing & Barrier
Effect
Moisturises the stratum corneum; studied in relation to AQP3 (the skin's water channel).
Concentration
The study used 5%; effects at 1–3% are unconfirmed.
Effect
Moisturises the stratum corneum; studied in relation to AQP3 (the skin's water channel).
Mechanism
In Beiersdorf research, applying 5% increased AQP3 gene expression within 7 days, and twice-daily use for 3 weeks reduced water loss (TEWL). In cultured cells it increased at 3%.
Typical concentration
The study used 5%; effects at 1–3% are unconfirmed.
Onset
AQP3: 7 days at 5%; TEWL: twice daily for 3 weeks (Schrader 2012).
Cautions
Low irritation
Evidence & references
Schrader 2012 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22584263/ (checked 2026-10-20)
Journal

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Skin Longevity SeriesDesigning Moisture in Layers — Humectant, Occlusive, Emollient
This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.
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