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Decyl glucoside as a sustainable surfactant for cosmetic formulations: environmental stability under hardness, pH, and temperature variations

Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: < 0.01) confirmed significant environmental effects on ionic surfactants but not on decyl glucoside. Mechanistic interpretation based on ion-micelle interactions revealed that the non-ionic structure of decyl glucoside prevents cation binding and aggregation, ensuring consistent interfacial activity and viscosity. The results highlight decyl glucoside's superior environmental stability, biodegradability, and formulation compatibility, positioning it as an ideal candidate for next-generation eco-friendly cosmetics. This work advances the understanding of surfactant-environment interactions and supports sustainable formulation design aligned with green chemistry principles.
Source: RSC Advances
DOI: 10.1039/d5ra08172f
Authors: Mohammad Abushuhel, G. Padma Priya, Shaker Al-Hasnaawei, Subhashree Ray, Amrita Pal, Renu Sharma, Ashish Singh Chauhan, Shayan Amiri
Institutions: Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Jain University, Islamic University of Najaf, Siksha O Anusandhan University, Institute of Medical Sciences and Sum Hospital, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chandigarh University, University of Tehran
Language: English
Field: Chemistry
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,042
OpenAlex ID: W7118684545
FWCI: 5.612
Cites: 35
Cited by: 3
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