Lauryl glucoside dosage

Lauryl glucoside is a non-ionic surfactant of plant origin obtained by the condensation of glucose (from corn or wheat) and lauryl alcohol (from coconut or palm oil). Valued for its gentleness, biodegradability, and skin compatibility , it is widely used in hygiene products, hair care products, and mild cleansers .
It belongs to the family of alkyl polyglucosides (APGs) , a new generation of eco-friendly cleaning agents that meet the requirements of the COSMOS and Ecocert .

Laboratory analysis of lauryl glucoside is essential to ensure regulatory compliance, consistency of formulations and safety of use of finished products.

Importance of lauryl glucoside measurement

Quantitative analysis of lauryl glucoside allows us to:

• Check the actual concentration of the surfactant in cosmetic or detergent formulations.
• Ensure product stability and proper dispersion of the surfactant in the aqueous phase.
• Ensuring compliance with ecological specifications (natural, sulfate-free, biodegradable formulas).
• Prevent skin irritations by controlling the dosage in products for sensitive skin, babies or fragile areas.
• Optimize surfactant blends in shampoos and shower gels by balancing foaming, detergent and softening power.

The dosage of lauryl glucoside is part of the formulation, production and post-marketing , essential to comply with REACH and Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 .

Analytical methods used

At YesWeLab , lauryl glucoside analyses are based on high-performance chromatographic methods validated according to the ISO 17025 standard .

HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography)
is the reference method for quantifying lauryl glucoside in complex liquid matrices such as shampoos or cleansing gels. It allows for the precise separation of different alkyl polyglucosides and accurate quantification of C8 to C16 chains.

LC-MS (liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry)
is used to confirm the identity of the surfactant and detect any by-products. This method guarantees high sensitivity, particularly in multi-component formulations. It is especially useful in stability and compatibility studies between ingredients.

Analytical protocols can be adapted according to the matrix (finished product, raw material, rinsing water, etc.) to obtain reliable and reproducible quantification .

Industrial applications

The measurement of lauryl glucoside is essential in several formulation sectors.

Cosmetics and personal hygiene:
Quality control of shampoos, shower gels, facial cleansers , cleansing milks and mousses, guaranteeing the balance between cleansing effectiveness and skin tolerance.

Products for sensitive skin
: Verification of compliance with recommended concentrations in formulations for babies, atopic or dermatological skin , in order to minimize the risk of irritation.

Eco-friendly cleaning products:
Analysis of the composition of mild and biodegradable household detergents , in accordance with the requirements of environmental labels.

Research and innovation
sulfate-free formulations , based on APGs and natural derivatives, in response to the growing demand for products that are kinder to the skin and the environment.

Affected matrices

• Shampoos, shower gels, facial cleansers
• Cleansing creams and makeup removers
• Gentle detergents and eco-friendly household products
• Cosmetic raw materials (crude or concentrated surfactants)

Recommended Related Analyses

For a comprehensive evaluation of the surfactant profile and stability of formulations, YesWeLab recommends combining lauryl glucoside analysis with:
Cocamidopropyl betaine analysis to monitor amphoteric foaming agents;
sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) analysis to verify the absence or proportion of sulfated surfactants;
glycerol analysis to monitor humectant content in hygiene products;
and viscosity and rheology analysis of gels to assess the texture and stability of cosmetic formulations.

Why entrust your analysis to YesWeLab?

YesWeLab relies on a network of ISO 17025 and COFRAC accredited laboratories , experts in physicochemical analyses applied to cosmetics. Our teams support manufacturers, formulators, and brands in quality control, regulatory validation, and environmental compliance of their products.
Since 2020, YesWeLab has been helping companies secure their formulations and enhance the value of their products through precise, rapid, and centralized analyses via an intuitive digital platform .

Need to verify the compliance of your cosmetic formulations? Contact YesWeLab for lauryl glucoside testing , compliant with international standards.