Piperonyl Glucoside

Good

Antioxidant

Piperonyl Glucoside at a glance

  • Relatively new molecule used in skin care
  • Said to target factors that lead to redness
  • Part of an ingredient blend marketed as Redyless®
  • Supplied in a base of water and humectant propanediol

Piperonyl Glucoside description

Piperonyl glucoside is a relatively new molecule used in skin care products. It is created by transferring glucose onto an organic compound known as piperonyl alcohol, which occurs naturally in some plants. There is little independent research at this stage on the skin care benefits of piperonyl glucoside. The companies that manufacture it state that it has antioxidant benefits and helps target factors that can lead to skin redness. Piperonyl glucoside is a component of an ingredient blend called Redyless®, manufactured by Solabia. This blend consists of piperonyl glucoside along with water and propanediol and is marketed for use in products targeting reactive and sensitive skin. The recommended use level of this blend is 2%. The Paula’s Choice Skincare team will continue to monitor the research and update this definition as new information becomes available.

Piperonyl Glucoside references

  • SpecialChem.com, Website, Accessed September 2024
  • CoSmile Europe, Website, Accessed September 2024

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.