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Surfactant

CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL XYLOSIDES

85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A sugar-based surfactant — xylose (a wood-derived sugar) linked to short fatty alcohols. Very mild, biodegradable, and often chosen for products built for reactive or eczema-prone skin.

Skin benefits

  • Sugar-based gentle surfactant
  • Biodegradable plant-derived ingredient
  • Compatible with sensitive skin
  • Mild cleansing and emulsifying

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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