Definition
Isooctyl Caprylate/Caprate is the ester of a branched chain octyl alcohol with a mixture of caprylic and capric acids
Cosmetic roles
Slows spoilage by oxygenANTIOXIDANTMakes skin soft and smoothSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTKeeps a film flexiblePLASTICISERKeeps skin in good condition (CosIng catch-all)SKIN CONDITIONING
Safety & regulatory references
Other restriction: ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
Source: EU CosIng ingredient list
Reviewed by CIR: Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
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Names & identifiers
ISOOCTYL CAPRYLATE/CAPRATEINCI