Ingredient guide
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
INCI name · peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate
In short
A glucose-derived thickener that adds body to cleansers and gels without making them heavy or greasy. It helps formulas feel smoother and stabilises foam.
Works forFrom reviewed ingredient data
Best used
Anytime
What it is
Glucose-derived non-ionic thickener for surfactant systems. Builds viscosity in cleansers, shower gels, and micellar waters without affecting foam quality or contributing greasiness.
Evidence receipt
No linked study yet
No verified study is linked to this exact ingredient and route. The guidance below describes conventional use; it is not evidence of efficacy.
Where it sits
It lives in the moisturiser step, sealing in the lighter layers below.
- Cleanse
- Tone
- Serum
- PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
- SPF
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Common questions
What does PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate do in skincare?
It thickens surfactant-based products like cleansers and shower gels, giving them a smoother, more substantial texture without reducing foam.
Is it suitable for all skin types?
Yes. Because it mainly affects texture and not skin interaction, it is generally well tolerated across skin types.
Where is this ingredient normally used?
It appears in face cleansers, body washes, and micellar waters that need stable viscosity and a pleasant feel.
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