Decyl Glucoside

2-5 year old preschoolersSkin contact product

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Safe for preschoolers to use Decyl Glucoside?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Decyl Glucoside is generally considered safe for 2-5 year old children when used in topical products. Consider preschooler activity levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children 2–5 years old (toddlers and preschoolers), decyl glucoside is a gentle soap-like ingredient used to clean hair and skin. Most kids tolerate it well, but a few people can get skin irritation or an allergic rash.

What to Do

Use products with decyl glucoside only as rinse-off items (shampoo, bath wash). Avoid wipes or lotions that stay on the skin. Keep it out of the child’s eyes and rinse thoroughly if contact occurs. If your child has very sensitive skin or eczema, choose a product labeled for sensitive skin and do a small patch test on the inner forearm, checking for 24–48 hours before regular use.

⚠️Warnings

The ingredient profile provided includes some human case reports of contact dermatitis (skin allergy) and limited evidence for skin or eye irritation, plus a few animal studies at higher doses showing reproductive effects. Because of that, do not use leave-on products containing this ingredient on young children, stop use and rinse well if you see redness, itching, blisters, swelling, or breathing changes, and contact your pediatrician if symptoms continue. Also note some product certification programs require extra documentation for use of this ingredient in certified products.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Immune system: Human patch-test studies and clinical case reports have found that decyl glucoside can trigger allergic immune responses in some people. A 2020 UK/Ireland prevalence study and multiple patch-testing reports show possible immune or allergenic effects, so this ingredient can cause allergy-type reactions in sensitive children.
Eczema: Clinical case reports and patch testing have linked decyl glucoside and related alkyl glucosides to allergic contact dermatitis (skin rashes). Because these documented cases show true allergic skin reactions, the ingredient can trigger or worsen eczema in babies with sensitive skin.

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Alternative Names for Decyl Glucoside

This ingredient may also be listed as:

DS-3841SCHEMBL43196DTXSID308930086801-91-8SC-21615D-GLUCOSE DECYL OCTYL ETHERAKOS01600498541444-55-7N-DECYL-D-GLUCOPYRANOSIDECTK8B9164

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Decyl Glucoside

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Decyl Glucoside or its alternative names.

Research Articles on Decyl Glucoside

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Common Questions About Decyl Glucoside

Safe for preschoolers to use Decyl Glucoside?

Yes, Decyl Glucoside is generally considered safe for 2-5 year old children based on current research.

What are the immune system risks of Decyl Glucoside for preschoolers?

Could weaken or confuse immune system. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What are the eczema risks of Decyl Glucoside for preschoolers?

Linked to triggering or worsening eczema and similar skin conditions. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What products contain Decyl Glucoside?

Decyl Glucoside is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using products with Decyl Glucoside?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 2-5 year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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