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Surfactant

POLYGLYCERYL-10 CAPRYLATE

CAS 51033-41-1
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ester of decaglycerol and caprylic acid (a coconut-derived medium-chain fatty acid) used as a mild emulsifying surfactant. Provides a light, non-greasy skin feel; well-tolerated overall.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifying surfactant
  • Plant-derived (coconut)
  • Biodegradable
  • Light non-greasy feel

Known concerns

  • Free caprylic acid traces can mildly irritate
  • Limited dedicated dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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POLYGLYCERYL-10 CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE
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