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Ingredient

Caprylyl Glycol

1,2-Octanediol Octanediol

What it is

A short-chain fatty alcohol-diol used as a lightweight moisturizing and skin-conditioning ingredient.

How it works

It draws in and holds water at the skin's surface while also boosting the effectiveness of accompanying preservatives.

What it does

Humectant Emollient Skin conditioning

Concerns to know

  • Well tolerated

    No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.

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