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Ingredient guide
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.
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Works for
Texture
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.
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Where to find it
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
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Common questions
It thickens surfactant-based products like cleansers and shower gels, giving them a smoother, more substantial texture without reducing foam.
Yes. Because it mainly affects texture and not skin interaction, it is generally well tolerated across skin types.
It appears in face cleansers, body washes, and micellar waters that need stable viscosity and a pleasant feel.
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