JOJOBA OIL/CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE ESTERS

Substance information

Ingredient on the basis of jojoba oil (simmondsia chinensis seed oil). The name component "caprylic" means that the ingredient has, as fatty acid component, amongst others, caprylic acid (octanoic acid) (mostly introduced through an acylation reaction). The name component "capric" means that the ingredient contains, as fatty acid component, amongst others, capric acid (decanoic acid) (mostly introduced through an acylation reaction). Glycerides are conversion products of glycerin (esters), which are obtained through a reaction with fats (through so-called trans-esterification) or through direct esterification with one or more fatty acid(s) (mono-, di- or triglycerides). "Ester" or "esters" refers to an esterification product (condensation product of alcohol and acid) or a trans-esterification product obtained through direct reaction of fats (mostly triglycerides) with alcohols.

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Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products

SKIN CONDITIONING

Maintains the skin in good condition

SKIN PROTECTING

Protects the skin from external influences

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Origin

(Information may exclusively reflect the status at initial entry of this ingredient into the relevant INCI dictionary; technological progress may have added new manufacturing options based on substances of different origin)

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Background information on use in cosmetics

Jojoba oil (INCI name: simmondsia chinensis seed oil) is obtained from the seeds of the jojoba shrub growing in the deserts and semi-deserts of North and Central America and is actually no oil. It is rather a wax which is liquid at ambient temperature. Liquid waxes are esters from unsaturated carboxylic acids and / or unsaturated alcohols. They are characterised by a very good spreading ability, ie they have the ability to spread very well and rapidly on the skin. They can be well distributed, they penetrate well and cause a pleasant feeling on the skin; moreover, they can also be used as solvents for lipophilic (lipo-soluble) substances. Jojoba oil is very similar to the skin’s own waxes and is, therefore, combining very well with the latter. It increases the elasticity of the skin and protects it against the loss of moisture. Moreover, jojoba oil contains Provitamin A and Vitamin E, which has an antioxidative effect. As a result of the large number of fatty acids, jojoba oil has a caring and smoothing effect. Because of the moisture binding properties it is highly appreciated, more particularly, for more mature and dry skin. Despite its many active ingredients, care products with jojoba oil are not oily but are rapidly absorbed. In haircare, jojoba oil ensures intensive care and an easier combability.

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Belongs to the following substance groups

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Regulating cosmetics

Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.