Dicaprylyl Maleate
May cause Acne
These ingredients have a higher likelihood of clogging pores or triggering breakouts, especially for acne-prone skin. However, skin reactions are individual - what causes breakouts for one person may work fine for another. Patch test if you're concerned.
Explained
Dicaprylyl Maleate is created from capryl alcohol and maleic acid.
See all 22 products with Dicaprylyl Maleate
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Solvent
Capable of dissolving another substance.
Alternative names
Dioctyl Malate
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Makeup
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Dicaprylyl Maleate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
75673
INCI Name
DICAPRYLYL MALEATE
EC #
 220-835-6
All Functions
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent