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Caprylyl Glycol
Explained
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
See all 21,642 products with Caprylyl Glycol
Users who like it
68%
Users who avoid it
32%
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Humectant
A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Somewhat common
Percentage of products that contain it
23.3%
Top categories
Makeup
Treatments
Moisturizers
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
Products with Caprylyl Glycol
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
74860
INCI Name
CAPRYLYL GLYCOL
EC #
 214-254-7
All Functions
Deodorant, Emollient, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
