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1,2-HEXANEDIYL DICAPRATE.

Questionable / BLEACHING

1,2-Hexanediyl Dicaprate is an ester compound primarily reported for its function as a skin bleaching agent. This categorization as a drug-use ingredient means it has not undergone safety evaluation for cosmetic applications by relevant regulatory bodies.

Summary

Science

Mechanism of Action

The reported mechanism of action for 1,2-Hexanediyl Dicaprate is as a skin bleaching agent. This function is classified as a drug use and therefore falls outside the purview of cosmetic ingredient review.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

This ingredient has no reported cosmetic functions or common cosmetic uses, indicating it is not typically 'dusted' in formulations.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

As an ester, 1,2-Hexanediyl Dicaprate may be susceptible to hydrolysis when exposed to extreme pH levels or elevated temperatures.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel removed 1,2-Hexanediyl Dicaprate from its safety assessment report. This decision was based on its sole reported function as a 'skin bleaching agent,' which is considered a drug use, not a cosmetic function, thus falling outside CIR's scope for cosmetic safety evaluation.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

Given its classification as a drug-use ingredient for skin bleaching and the subsequent absence of safety review for cosmetic applications, its inclusion in cosmetic formulations is not supported.

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