Glyceryl Caprylate
Approved Ingredients
Glyceryl Caprylate
Glyceryl caprylate is a natural emollient derived from glycerin and plant fatty acids, usually appearing as a white waxy solid. This ingredient is used in many skincare products for its emollient and moisturising properties, to help maintain the balance of moisture in the skin. It also has emulsifying properties, assisting with the mixing of oil and water in formulations, and may in some instances help reduce the amount of preservatives required due to some antimicrobial activity.
Other names: Caprylic Acid Monoglyceride, Glyceryl Monocaprylate, Monoctanoin, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Octanoate
INCI Name:
Glyceryl Caprylate
Ingredient origins:
Coconut Fruit, Oil Palm Fruit
Role:
Emollient, Skin Conditioning Agent, Emulsifying Agent
Common name:
Glyceryl Caprylate
EWG score: The EWG score is a hazard score ranging from 1-2 (low hazard), 3-6 (moderate hazard) and 7-10 (high hazard) published by the Environmental Working Group. Their data is sourced from the Skin Deep® database and studies published in open scientific literature.
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