Caprylyl Glycol
Humectant & preservative booster
What is Caprylyl Glycol?
A skin-conditioning humectant that also boosts the effectiveness of preservatives, allowing formulas to use less of them. Generally very well tolerated.
In skincare terms, Caprylyl Glycol is a hydrating ingredient that helps the skin attract and hold on to water, and a preservative that helps keep a product safe and stable in the bottle.
What does it do?
Caprylyl Glycol is primarily used for humectant & preservative booster.
Who it may suit
It is generally considered gentle and well tolerated by most skin types. It is widely used across products for all skin types.
Where you'll find it
In our catalogue, Caprylyl Glycol appears in moisturisers, sets, serums, spf and more.
Also listed as
On an ingredients label (INCI), Caprylyl Glycol may appear as: caprylyl glycol.
Related ingredients
This is educational information, not medical advice. Skin reactions vary between individuals — patch test new products and consult a professional if you have specific concerns.
