Unveiling the nature of interactions between sugar-based surfactants and water through computer modelling

Alkyl poly glucosides, sugar-based surfactants widely used in the cosmetics and detergent industries, owe their functionality to their amphiphilic properties. The interaction between water and glucoside plays a crucial role in the stability of these surfactants. While previous experimental works have explored this interaction, they have not delved into the molecular-level details. This is where our study, utilizing the molecular dynamics (MD) simulation technique, makes a unique contribution. By providing detailed information on the relationship between the structures of the molecules, our study enhances the understanding of the molecular dynamics of glucosides.