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CAPRYLYL GLYCOL/GLYCERIN/POLYACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER

84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A multifunctional polymer combining caprylyl glycol, glycerin, and polyacrylic acid. Provides humectant moisturization with skin-conditioning benefits — generally safe at cosmetic levels, with main caveats around trace monomers.

Function

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Skin benefits

  • Combines humectant and emollient properties
  • Hydrating skin conditioning
  • Caprylyl glycol adds mild antimicrobial support

Known concerns

  • Trace residual acrylic acid monomer possible
  • Synthetic polymer with environmental persistence concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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