Glyceryl caprylinate (GTCC) is a colorless, odorless, low-viscosity transparent liquid, neutral. Easy to mix with ethanol, isopropyl alcohol, chloroform, glycerin and other solvents. It is also soluble in many lipid substances in cosmetics. It is stable at low temperatures and is still transparent below 0oC (freezing point -10oC), with an HLB value of 12.5.
The role and applicable products of glyceryl caprylate (GTCC) in cosmetics and skin care products:
Glyceryl caprylic acid (GTCC) is a high-purity oil made from the esterification of caprylic acid/capric acid and glycerol. It is an excellent moisturizing oil with good spreadability, making the skin feel smooth but not greasy, and is easily absorbed by the skin. It plays a very good role in the uniformity and fineness of cosmetics, making the skin smooth and shiny. It can be used as the base material of moisturizing factors, stabilizers, antifreeze and homogenizers of cosmetics. In addition, octanoic acid glyceryl ester has an emulsifying and stabilizing effect, which improves the quality and storage period of cosmetics. This is because it has good antioxidant properties.
Glyceryl caprylate (GTCC) is widely used in these cosmetic and skin care products: sunscreen oils, creams and lotions; after-sun protective creams and lotions; Hair grooming oils, creams and pomades to make hair shiny, smooth and easy to comb; bath oils; skin care oils and nutrient solutions; facial cleansers, creams and lotions; baby skin care oils, creams and lotions; cosmetic creams, sticks, Medicines; lipstick, lipstick, shaving cream, etc.