Capryloyl Glycerin

AKA: Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Synthetic
Plant Oil
Clean
Glyceryl Octanoate
CAS #
1190099-88-7
Form
Liquid
Functions
Not Reported
Draws water to skin
Locks in moisture
Strengthens skin barrier
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a mild surfactant and preservative booster derived from coconut oil; created to provide gentler cleansing than traditional synthetic surfactants.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR