Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
What Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is & what it does
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is a nonionic surfactant made from plant-derived fatty alcohols and glucose, typically from coconut or palm oil and corn. It is widely used as a mild cleansing agent and foaming booster, and it is generally considered gentle, which makes it popular in cleansers and sensitive-skin formulas. It also helps emulsify and disperse other ingredients in a product.
What does Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside do in skincare?
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is commonly used as a mild cleansing agent and foam booster. It helps lift away dirt and oil while also emulsifying and dispersing other ingredients. It is popular in cleansers and gentle, sensitive-skin formulas.
Is Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside natural or synthetic?
It is considered a naturally derived ingredient. It is made from plant-based fatty alcohols, typically from coconut or palm oil, combined with glucose from sources like corn. The result is a gentle sugar-based surfactant.
Is Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside safe?
It is generally considered safe and is known as one of the milder surfactants used in cosmetics. It is widely used in products designed for sensitive skin and is not typically associated with strong irritation. Individual tolerance can still vary.
Sunscreens with Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
We rate 79 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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La Biosthetique Sun Care Cream Sensitive SPF50+
95/100
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Meisani Aloe-lujah Sunscreen Serum SPF 50+
95/100
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Nø Cosmetics Glowy Sunfluid SPF 50
93/100
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Caudalie Vinosun Ocean Protect 50 SPF+
93/100
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Round A'Round Greentea Cica Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++
93/100
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Make prem
Make P:rem Moisture Sun Cream Spf 50+ Pa++++
92/100
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innisfree Daily Mild Sunscreen Spf 50+ Pa++++
91/100
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Biomeek UVM Sunblock SPF 50+/ Pa++++
91/100
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Dermatica SPF 50 Photoage Reverse UV Shield
91/100
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Missha Safe Block Rx Hyalron Soothing Sun SPF 50
90/100