Ingredient Details - Caprylyl Glycol
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Ingredient Details - Caprylyl Glycol
INCI - Caprylyl Glycol
Function: Preservative/Skin Conditioner
CAS #: 1117-86-8
EC #: 214-254-7
Description:
Caprylyl glycol is an alcohol derived from the fatty acids found naturally in palm and coconut oils. It is used as a preservative because of its antimicrobial properties. It also has the added benefit of being a skin conditioning agent.
It helps hydrate the skin because it attracts and retains moisture resulting in skin that appears plumper and smoother. It can also work to soften your skin and maintain a healthy skin barrier. It improves a products texture thus making it more easily and evenly applied for better coverage.
When Caprylyl Glycol is combined with Phenoxyethanol it is sometimes referred to as Optiphen.