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Emollient

C8-12 ACID TRIGLYCERIDE

86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A medium-chain triglyceride blend (C8-C12 fatty acids on glycerin) used as a light emollient and carrier oil — soft skin feel, very stable. No documented concerns at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGSOLVENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Light, non-greasy emollient skin feel
  • Excellent oxidative stability vs longer-chain triglycerides
  • Good carrier for actives and pigments

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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