Cocoyl caprylocaprate
It is a polar lipid that can solubilize many types of actives. It has an occlusive effect, thus exhibiting emollient activity. This occlusive effect also increases hydration, which can act as a driving force for drug penetration into the skin.
Cocoyl caprylocaprate
Cocoyl caprylocaprate | |
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Primary function | Emollient |
Typical use level | IID approved level is 2.5% for topical gels. For creams and emulsions, levels in the range of 1 - 2.5% can be evaluated for emollience. |
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Benefits / Claims | Occlusive effect also increases hydration, which can act as a driving force for drug penetration into the skin. Polar lipid having solubilizing capacity for some actives |
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