Characteristics
- INCI
- Sorbitan Caprylate
- CAS
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60177-36-8
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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262-098-3
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Sorbitan, Monooctanoate
- Functions
- emulsifying
Для кого подходит
Description
Sorbitan Caprylate is a plant-derived cosmetic ingredient made from sorbitol and caprylic acid. In formulas, it acts as a versatile helper: it can support emulsification, help blend water and oil phases, and improve the texture and stability of a product. It’s also often used as a preservative booster, meaning it can help a formula stay fresher for longer when paired with traditional preservatives.
For skin and hair, Sorbitan Caprylate doesn’t work like an active treatment ingredient, but it can make products feel smoother, more elegant, and easier to apply. It’s especially useful in lightweight lotions, creams, cleansers, and hair products where a stable, pleasant texture matters. People who like minimalist or naturally inspired formulas may see it in those products often.
Caveat: Sorbitan Caprylate is generally used at low levels and is not meant to deliver dramatic skin benefits on its own. As with any ingredient, individual sensitivity is possible, especially in leave-on products, so people with very reactive skin may prefer to patch test new formulas.
Found in products (652 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции cosmoderm (18 продуктов)
