Ingredient
Glucose
Dextrose
D-Glucose
What it is
A simple sugar (monosaccharide) used in skincare as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent.
How it works
Draws and binds water at the skin surface, similarly to other small-molecule humectants, helping keep the formula and the skin hydrated.
What it does
Humectant
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
-
Barrier & hydration support
A well-studied humectant or emollient that helps hydrate the skin and support its moisture barrier.
Found in these products
Beauty of Joseon
Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA
Worth knowing
Beauty of Joseon
Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water
Generally well tolerated
Beauty of Joseon
Glow Deep Serum: Rice + Alpha Arbutin
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Camellia Deep Collagen Firming Ampoule
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Mugwort Calming Toner
Worth knowing
SKIN1004
Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Mugwort Calming Serum
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Mugwort Calming Cream
Worth knowing
SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Cream
Generally well tolerated
SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule
Generally well tolerated