Snapshot
- Overview
- An emollient that leaves a light, powdery, non-oily finish.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning, Barrier Support
- Type
- Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Dicaprylyl Carbonate is an ester-based emollient known for a dry, fast-spreading skin feel in lotions, sunscreens, and color cosmetics. It boosts glide, reduces tack, aids pigment dispersion, and solubilizes lipophilic components.
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Our take
Is Dicaprylyl Carbonate a Good Ingredient?
Great rating due to its stable ester chemistry, fast, clean skin feel, and low likelihood of sensitization, which is supported by extensive cosmetic use. It increases elegance and dispersion without adding heaviness, making it versatile across formats.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Provides a powdery, non-oily afterfeel that improves product elegance. Helps makeup and skincare feel lighter and absorb more cleanly on the skin.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used in lotions, sunscreens, primers, and color cosmetics to improve payoff and create a smooth, quick-dry finish.
Before you use it
Safety
Typically well tolerated with a low irritation profile. Mild, transient stinging is possible on compromised skin or if used near the eyes. No notable regulatory restrictions at standard cosmetic concentrations.
Products with Dicaprylyl Carbonate
