Characteristics
- INCI
- Caprylyl Glycol
- CAS
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1117-86-8
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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214-254-7
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Octane-1,2-Diol
- Functions
- deodorant, emollient, hair conditioning, skin conditioning
Who it's for
Description
It’s a handy multi-tasking ingredient that gives the skin a nice, soft feel. At the same time, it also boosts the effectiveness of other preservatives, such as the nowadays super commonly used phenoxyethanol.
The blend of these two (caprylyl glycol + phenoxyethanol) is called Optiphen, which not only helps to keep your cosmetics free from nasty things for a long time but also gives a good feel to the finished product. It's a popular duo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Caprylyl Glycol
What is caprylyl glycol and what does it do in skincare?
Is caprylyl glycol safe for skin?
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Products with Caprylyl Glycol (37 322 total)
Most often found in L'Oreal products (380 items)
