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Emollient

CAPRYLYL TRISILOXANE

CAS 17955-88-3 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A light volatile silicone (caprylyl-tagged trisiloxane) used for a silky dry-touch feel. Inert on skin; the main concerns are environmental rather than dermatological.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Light volatile silicone emollient
  • Smooth dry-touch finish
  • Improves spreadability and gloss

Known concerns

  • Cyclic/linear siloxanes raise environmental persistence concerns
  • Not occlusive enough as a sole moisturiser

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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