Caprylyl Methicone
Low Risk
Non-comedogenic · Non-irritating
Caprylyl methicone is a hybrid silicone-organic compound that combines a caprylic fatty acid chain with a methicone silicone group. It functions as an emollient with a distinctive dry, silky skin feel that is lighter than traditional silicones. It is commonly used in sunscreens and foundations to improve spreadability and reduce white cast.
Benefits
smoothinglightweight feeltexture improvementspreadability
Skin Type Guide
Works well for
OilyDryCombinationNormalSensitive
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