Name

Caprylyl glycol

Generally safe as used

Description

Caprylyl glycol is an alcohol derived from caprylic acid, a fatty acid found in coconut oil and palm oil.

Benefits

Emollient and antibacterial properties.

Considerations

• Skin Irritation Can irritate skin at higher concentrations.

Synonyms

1,2-Octanediol Octane-1,2-diol 1,2-Dihydroxyoctane 1,2-Octylene glycol Racemic 1,2-octanediol (+/-)-Octane-1,2-diol

Research Sources

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/14231

Summary

Generally safe as used.

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