Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether**

CAP

7/10

Concern level

High concern

A nonionic caprylic ether used mainly as a cleansing surfactant/foam booster and skin-conditioning co-ingredient in rinse-off and some leave-on formulas. COSMILE describes it as a surfactant used for cleansing skin/hair/teeth and improving foam quality. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/inci/detail/2611/caprylyl-glyceryl-ether/?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Supports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

204.31 g/mol

pH Range

4.00 - 8.00

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 5.00%

CAS Number: 10438-94-5

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin5/10

oily skin8/10

sensitive skin4/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin5/10

normal skin7/10

Interactions

incompatible with: strong anionic surfactant systems that can increase cleansing harshness, barrier-disrupting formulations with high alcohol or low-pH exfoliating acids

Risks & Warnings

Generally considered low hazard in cosmetic use, but as a surfactant it may sting or dry very sensitive or compromised skin, especially in high-surfactant systems. No specific pregnancy-related contraindication was identified from the sources reviewed. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/inci/detail/2611/caprylyl-glyceryl-ether/?utm_source=openai))

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