OriginNative to Hair care. Derived from glycerin and capric acid (a saturated fatty acid from coconut or palm oil). Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerin with capric acid under controlled conditions.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, decanoates (1:1) (2 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
Formula
C16H32O6
Mol. Weight
320.42
CAS #
156153-06-9
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
UV Protection
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
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