In our reference data, Glucose Dioleate can feed Malassezia (fungal acne).
Glucose Dioleate is a sugar-derived ester of glucose and oleic acid used in cosmetic formulations as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and nonionic emulsifier. It helps soften skin and stabilize oil-and-water blends.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Skin irritation | Rare | Mild, transient irritation possible in sensitive individuals. |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Very rare | Isolated sensitization reports; uncommon for sugar-ester emollients. |
Comedogenicity/clogged pores | Rare | Oleic acid-based esters may contribute to pore congestion in acne-prone skin. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.
Peer-reviewed papers on this ingredient, via PubMed.