Caprooyl Sphingosine

Caprooyl Sphingosine is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCAPROOYL SPHINGOSINE
FunctionHAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number-
Prevalence5 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Serums 60%Body Lotions 20%Night Moisturizers 20%

Frequently asked

What does Caprooyl Sphingosine do in skincare?
Caprooyl Sphingosine functions as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Caprooyl Sphingosine allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Caprooyl Sphingosine?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (60% of its uses).

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