Glucoheptonolactone
AKA “D-Glucoheptono-1, 4-lactone, RefChem:1082882, DTXCID101506260, (4S, UNII-R320ILS1YQ”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Glucoheptonolactone
AKA: D-Glucoheptono-1, 4-lactone, RefChem:1082882, DTXCID101506260, (4S, UNII-R320ILS1YQ
Synthetic · Soothing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle humectant that helps skin retain moisture and maintain a smooth, hydrated complexion.
Formula
C7H12O7
Mol. Weight
208.17
CAS #
60046-25-5
Form
Powder
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) developed in the late 20th century as a milder exfoliating ingredient than AHAs and BHAs. Created to offer skin-smoothing benefits with improved tolerability for sensitive skin.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR