AccessPON APG-012

Natural, Mild Surfactant for Gentle Cleansers & Stable Emulsions

INCI Name: Lauryl Glucoside

AccessPON APG-012 is a versatile, plant-derived non-ionic surfactant perfect for creating gentle, effective cleansing products. Based on Lauryl Glucoside, it produces a rich, stable foam and is exceptionally mild, making it ideal for facial cleansers, baby shampoos, and sensitive skin formulations. It also functions as a co-emulsifier, helping to stabilize creams and lotions while contributing to a light, clean skin feel.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Sulfate-Free Shampoos

Functions as a primary or secondary surfactant to create rich, gentle foam that cleanses effectively without stripping natural oils from the hair and scalp.
Gentle Facial Cleansers

Provides mild cleansing perfect for daily-use face washes, removing impurities while respecting the skin's natural moisture barrier.
Baby Care Products

Its exceptional mildness makes it a top choice for tear-free baby shampoos, body washes, and cleansing lotions.
Body Washes & Shower Gels

Builds excellent foam and viscosity in body wash formulations, offering a luxurious feel and effective cleansing for all skin types.
Creams & Lotions

Acts as a co-emulsifier to improve the stability and texture of oil-in-water emulsions, contributing to a lighter, more pleasant skin feel.
Micellar Waters & Wipes

Effectively solubilizes oils and makeup in gentle, rinse-free cleansing formulas like micellar waters and facial cleansing wipes.

How to Use AccessPON APG-012 in Your Formulations

What AccessPON APG-012 Does

AccessPON APG-012 (INCI: Lauryl Glucoside) is a plant-derived, non-ionic surfactant that delivers gentle yet effective cleansing. It is produced from renewable raw materials (fatty alcohols and glucose), making it readily biodegradable and ideal for clean-label formulations. In cleansers and shampoos, it reduces surface tension so oils and impurities can be lifted and rinsed away, creating a rich, stable foam without stripping the skin or hair.

Because it is non-ionic, AccessPON APG-012 is broadly compatible with anionic, amphoteric, and other non-ionic ingredients—an advantage for building mild, high-foaming blends. Its HLB of ~11.6 also lets it contribute as a co-emulsifier in O/W creams and lotions, improving stability and helping achieve a lighter, cleaner after-feel.

Formulation Tips

Usage depends on the role and product type:

Primary cleansing (shampoos & body washes): 15–30%
Gentle facial cleansers: 10–20%
Co-surfactant (boost foam/mildness): 2–10%
Co-emulsifier in lotions: 1–3%

AccessPON APG-012 is a liquid that can be added to the water phase and is cold-process compatible. Note that Lauryl Glucoside typically has a high native pH; always adjust your finished formula to a skin-friendly range (about 4.5–6.5) using an appropriate acid (e.g., citric or lactic acid). It pairs especially well with other glucosides and amphoterics like Cocamidopropyl Betaine for optimized foam, viscosity, and mildness.

Key Formulation Benefits

Exceptionally Mild & Gentle: Sulfate-free, non-ionic cleansing suitable for sensitive skin and daily-use systems.
Excellent Foaming: Builds rich, dense, and stable lather; enhances foam quality when used in blends.
Natural & Biodegradable: Derived from renewable vegetable sources and readily biodegradable.
ECOCERT & COSMOS Approved: Supports natural and organic claims in clean beauty lines.
Improves Emulsion Stability: Acts as a co-emulsifier in O/W systems to support long-term stability and a lighter skin feel.
Versatile & Easy to Use: Water-phase dispersible and cold-processable with broad ingredient compatibility.

Heading #1
Benefits	Biodegradable, Clean & Natural, Multi-Sensory Experience, Natural Derived, Sulfate-Free, Texture & Sensory
INCI Name	Lauryl Glucoside
Usage Rate	2%-40%
HLB Value	11.6
Functional Type	Emulsifiers, Mild Cleansing Agents, Non-Ionic Surfactants, Sulfate-Free Surfactants, Surfactants & Cleansing Agents
Phase Compatibility	Cool-Down Phase, Water Phase
Application Area	Body, Face, Hair, Scalp
Product Type Suitability	Bath Products, Cleansers, Conditioners, Creams & Lotions, Gels, Shampoos, Wet Wipes
Certifications	Biodegradable, COSMOS Approved, Cruelty-Free, Ecocert Approved, Natural (ISO 16128), Naturally Derived, Vegan
Physical Form	Liquid

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessPON APG-012

AccessPON APG-012 is a gentle cleansing surfactant. It creates foam and helps lift and rinse away dirt and oils in shampoos, facial cleansers, and body washes. It can also support emulsion stability in lotions.

No. It’s a sulfate-free, non-ionic surfactant known for excellent mildness—ideal for sensitive skin and baby-friendly formulations.

Use 10–20% for gentle face washes, 15–30% for shampoos/body washes, 2–10% as a co-surfactant, and 1–3% to support O/W emulsion stability.

No. It is cold-processable and can be mixed into the water phase at room temperature.

Yes. Lauryl Glucoside has a high native pH. Always adjust the finished product to ~4.5–6.5 using an appropriate acid (e.g., citric acid).

You can, but it often performs best in blends. Combining with amphoterics (e.g., Cocamidopropyl Betaine) and/or other glucosides can improve foam quality, viscosity, and feel.

Yes. It’s derived from renewable vegetable sources, readily biodegradable, and approved by ECOCERT and COSMOS for use in natural and organic cosmetics.

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