Maltooligosyl Glucoside
What Maltooligosyl Glucoside is & what it does
Maltooligosyl Glucoside is a sugar-derived ingredient made from starch, typically appearing alongside hydrogenated starch hydrolysate in moisturizing complexes. In formulas it works as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent, helping skin hold onto water and feel softer. It is often included for its gentle, film-forming hydration and is generally considered well tolerated. You will most often see it in serums, creams, and other leave-on moisturizers.
What is Maltooligosyl Glucoside?
Maltooligosyl Glucoside is a sugar-derived ingredient made from starch, commonly paired with hydrogenated starch hydrolysate in moisturizing blends. It is used as a gentle hydrating agent.
What does Maltooligosyl Glucoside do in skincare?
It works as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent, helping skin attract and hold water for a softer, smoother feel. It is most often found in serums and creams.
Is Maltooligosyl Glucoside safe?
It is a sugar-based ingredient that is generally considered well tolerated, with no specific concerns flagged here. As with any product, patch testing is reasonable if your skin is reactive.
Sunscreens with Maltooligosyl Glucoside
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Bioderma Photoderm Ultra-fluid Ar+ SPF 50
88/100
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Milk Makeup Sunshine Skin Tint Spf 30
72/100
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Safi Balqis Oxywhite Moisturizing Day Cream SPF 20 Pa++
70/100
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Paula's Choice Skin Restoring Moisturizer With SPF 15
58/100
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Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer With Spf 50
58/100