Caprooyl Sphingosine

Best

Emollient

Caprooyl Sphingosine 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 
  • Deemed safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel

Caprooyl Sphingosine description

Caprooyl sphingosine is a skin care ingredient created from a mixture of fatty acids (caproic acid and sphingosine). 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 sphingosine is effective at stopping moisture loss within skin’s uppermost layers. In 2020, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel concluded that caprooyl sphingosine is safe in cosmetics in the practices of use and concentration described in their assessment. Their report looked at products containing between 0.00033-0.00065% (high concentrations of this ingredient aren’t necessary for efficacy). 

Caprooyl Sphingosine references

  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2020, pages 5S-25S 
  • Biochimica et Biophysica Acta, January 2017, pages 824-834
  • Scientific Reports, November 2015, ePublication
  • 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.