novel cosmetic active
N-CAPROYL DOPAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A lipid-modified dopamine derivative explored as a skin antioxidant and pigment-modulating cosmetic active, with the caproyl chain aiding skin penetration but with limited published safety review to date.
Skin benefits
- Lipophilic dopamine derivative investigated as a skin antioxidant
- Reported neuro-cosmetic and pigment-modulating activity
- Caproyl chain improves skin penetration over polar dopamine
- Potential anti-ageing or brightening role under study
Known concerns
- Very limited published cosmetic safety data
- Catechol structure can oxidise and cause sensitisation or discoloration
- No CIR, SCCS, or formal regulatory review
- Possible interactions with skin pigment pathways need long-term study
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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