Octiol is a hair and skin conditioning agent with emollient and moisturizing properties. Through its hydrophilic moieties, it helps retain water in the upper layers of the skin. Thanks to its fatty alkyl chain, it contributes to a good skin feel.
Octiol has surface active properties, which can be beneficial for the solubilisation of actives, while reducing the amount of the main solubiliser. However, the optimum amount of Octiol should be checked, in order not to destabilize the cosmetic product.
Octiol presents excellent pH-independent antimicrobial properties, which are beneficial for the preservation of cosmetics and toiletries, as sole preservative or as a preservative booster.
Octiol is recommended for skin care, toiletries and make-up applications
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INCI
Caprylyl Glycol
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Recommended use level
0.1 > 1.0%
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Form/Odour
Clear colourless liquid or low melting waxy solid / Low characteristic odour
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pH range
3.0 > 10.0 (unlimited)
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Formulation guidelines
Should be molten at ≥40°C before use. Limited water solubility; can be dispersed in the aqueous phase.
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Origin
Non-natural
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Regulatory status (approved)
Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, China, Japan, Korea
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Applications
Hair Care
High pH Formulation
Make up
Skin Care Leave-on
Toiletries Rinse-off
Wet wipes
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N° CAS
[1117-86-8]
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Certificates
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Related Downloads
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Properties
Skin Humectant ; Skin and Hair Conditionning ; Wetting Agent ; Antimicrobial
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