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Skin Conditioning

HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID

CAS 5393-81-7 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A hydroxylated medium-chain fatty acid — like capric acid but with extra moisture-binding hydroxyl. Used as a skin conditioner; well-tolerated at typical cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning hydroxylated fatty acid
  • Better water-binding than parent capric acid
  • Compatible with most emulsion systems

Known concerns

  • Mild irritation potential at higher concentrations
  • Limited cosmetic-specific dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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