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Emollient

PROPYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE

CAS 68583-51-7 / 58748-27-9 / 68988-72-7
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A lightweight ester used to give creams a silky finish and dissolve oily actives. Safe and well tolerated.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Light emollient
  • Spreadability
  • Active solvent
  • Low comedogenic

Known concerns

  • PG-sensitive users may react

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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