caprylyl

caprylyl molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Synthetic
Antioxidant
Humectant
Plant Oil
Clean
L-Ascorbic acid 2-O-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-3-O-octyl-
CAS #
1359731-61-5
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern derived ingredient created from caprylic acid (found in coconut oil). Developed in the 20th century as a humectant and skin conditioning agent to replace or enhance traditional plant-based moisturizers.
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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