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Hair Conditioning

DIMETHYL DICAPROYL CYSTINATE

CAS 139416-29-8 Updated
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A lipid-modified cystine derivative for hair and skin. The dicaproyl tail makes it lipid-soluble, while the cystine backbone interacts with keratin disulfide chemistry to strengthen hair.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Reinforces hair fiber
  • Lipid-soluble conditioner
  • Reduces breakage
  • Smooths cuticle

Known concerns

  • Limited public toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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