Propanediol Dicaprylate/Caprate

Propanediol Dicaprylate/Caprate 1
Propanediol Dicaprylate/Caprate 2
Propanediol Dicaprylate/Caprate 3
AKA: Propanediol Mixed Esters
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Propanediol Dicaprylate/Caprate is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a synthetic ester blend. Designed as a versatile emollient and solubilizer for skincare and color cosmetic products.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR