Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of caprylyl dimethicone with a glucose polymer
What does it do?
Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside?
Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of caprylyl dimethicone with a glucose polymer
Is Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside do in cosmetic products?
Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010