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POLYGLYCERYL-6 OCTACAPRYLATE.

Insufficient Data CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

POLYGLYCERYL-6 OCTACAPRYLATE is a polyglyceryl fatty acid ester primarily functioning as a surfactant to facilitate the mixing of oil and water, thereby stabilizing cosmetic formulations. It also contributes to the cleansing efficacy of products and possesses humectant properties to attract moisture to the skin.

Summary

Emulsifier Cleansing Agent Humectant Surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a polyglyceryl fatty acid ester, POLYGLYCERYL-6 OCTACAPRYLATE operates by reducing the surface tension between immiscible liquids, acting as a potent emulsifying agent crucial for creating stable oil-in-water or water-in-oil formulations. Its surfactant properties also enable effective cleansing by solubilizing oils and impurities. Furthermore, the polyglyceryl backbone can attract and retain water, offering a degree of humectant benefit to the skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel deemed the broader family of 274 polyglyceryl fatty acid esters, including Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate, as safe for use in cosmetics under current practices and concentrations, provided they are formulated to be non-irritating. However, POLYGLYCERYL-6 OCTACAPRYLATE specifically was not reported in current cosmetic use at the time of the review, and no maximum concentration was established for this individual ingredient.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While part of a generally recognized safe ingredient class by the CIR, specific data for POLYGLYCERYL-6 OCTACAPRYLATE itself is largely absent, indicating insufficient information for a definitive Moumoujus recommendation.

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