Caprooyl Phytosphingosine

Best

Emollient

Caprooyl Phytosphingosine at a glance

  • A component of naturally occurring ceramides in skin
  • Works to replenish/restore a healthier-looking skin surface, creating a smooth feel
  • Effective for stopping moisture loss from skin’s uppermost layers
  • Suppliers suggest using 0.02-0.2% for best results (higher concentrations aren’t needed)

Caprooyl Phytosphingosine description

Caprooyl phytosphingosine is a skin care ingredient created from a mixture of fatty acids (caproic acid and phytosphingosine). This ingredient works to replenish and restore a healthier-looking skin surface, creating a smooth, hydrated feel. As a component of naturally occurring ceramides in skin, caprooyl phytosphingosine is brilliant for stopping moisture loss from skin’s uppermost layers. In 2020, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel concluded that caprooyl phytosphingosine is safe in cosmetics in the practices of use and concentration described in their assessment. Suppliers of this ingredient suggest using 0.02-0.2% for best results (high concentrations of this skin-natural ingredient aren’t needed for efficacy).

Caprooyl Phytosphingosine references

  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Biochimica et Biophysica Acta, January 2017, pages 824-834
  • Scientific Reports, November 2015, ePublication
  • Journal of Lipid Research, August 2009, pages 1,692-1,707
  • European Biophysics Journal, July 2008, pages 989-999

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.