Hydroxycapric Acid
Hydroxycapric Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 9 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID |
| Function | SKIN CONDITIONING |
| CAS number | 5393-81-7 |
| Prevalence | 9 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Sunscreens 33.3%Lip Moisturizers 22.2%Body Lotions 11.1%Face Cleansers 11.1%Foot Cream 11.1%Grooming 11.1%
Frequently asked
- What does Hydroxycapric Acid do in skincare?
- Hydroxycapric Acid functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Hydroxycapric Acid allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Hydroxycapric Acid?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (33.3% of its uses).
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