An ester of 1,3-propanediol and caprylic acid, listed as an anti-seborrhoeic and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Propanediol caprylate is 3-hydroxypropyl octanoate, the monoester of 1,3-propanediol and caprylic (octanoic) acid. CosIng lists it as an anti-seborrhoeic and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of 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.
Functions
- Anti-seborrheic
- Preventing or relieving the symptoms of seborrhea and/or seborrheic dermatitis, including dandruff.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.