Dicaprylyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dioctyl ether
What does it do?
Dicaprylyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Dicaprylyl Ether 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 Dicaprylyl Ether?
Dicaprylyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dioctyl ether
Is Dicaprylyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dicaprylyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dicaprylyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Dicaprylyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Dicaprylyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dicaprylyl Ether is 629-82-3.
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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