Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate is the tetraester of Caprylic Acid and Dihydroquercetin.
What does it do?
Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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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
EU regulatory status
Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate 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 Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate?
Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate is the tetraester of Caprylic Acid and Dihydroquercetin.
Is Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate do in cosmetic products?
Dihydroquercetin Tetracaprylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 24/04/2018