OriginTypically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as the natural starting material. Synthesized through glycerylation and etherification of fatty alcohols derived from these plant oils.
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(Octyloxy)-
Formula
C11H24O3
Mol. Weight
204.31
CAS #
10438-94-5
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Locks In Moisture
Wound Healing
Removes dirt and impurities
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not Phototoxic (CIR Panel on the ingredient group)
CIR Panel statement covering this group of ingredients; not tested individually (CIR 588)
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