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Emollient

XYLITYL SESQUICAPRYLATE

CAS 181632-90-6
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A xylitol-and-caprylic-acid ester used as a mild emollient and skin conditioner. Plant-derived, non-greasy feel, generally well tolerated with no major flagged hazards.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALDEODORANTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emollient feel
  • Non-comedogenic ester
  • Sugar-alcohol derived emollient

Known concerns

  • Limited public safety data
  • Possible mild irritation in sensitive skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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