A mixed ester of methyl glucoside with caprylic, capric and oleic acids, used as an emollient and viscosity-controlling ingredient.
What it is
Methyl glucose caprate/caprylate/oleate is, according to CosIng, the ester of methyl glucoside (a glucose derivative) and a mixture of caprylic, capric and oleic acids. CosIng lists it as an emollient, skin-conditioning and viscosity-controlling ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of products, such as cleansers and hair care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show the degree of esterification or the proportions of the fatty acids.
Functions
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
- Viscosity controlling
- Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.