Glyceryl Caprylate

6-12 month old babiesSkin contact product

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Can older babies use Glyceryl Caprylate?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Glyceryl Caprylate is generally considered safe for 6-12 month old babies when used in topical products. Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

ℹ️General Overview

For babies 6–12 months (infants), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal baby skin products. It’s a mild helper that keeps products stable and may also help other ingredients work better on the skin.

What to Do

Use products made for babies and follow instructions. Avoid applying products with this ingredient frequently over the whole body or on broken, red, or irritated skin. Do a small patch test on your baby’s thigh or inner arm and wait 24 hours to check for redness or rash. If your baby is using many leave-on products, choose simpler formulas.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for redness, rash, swelling, or irritation and stop use if these occur. Note: a national toxicology program has flagged a possible link to hormone (endocrine) effects, and a cosmetic review group says this chemical can increase how much other ingredients get into the skin and that some safety assessments relied on related chemicals. Also, some product certification programs restrict this ingredient unless manufacturers provide extra safety data. If you see any reaction or have concerns, stop use and talk with your pediatrician.

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Hormones: A U.S. toxicology review (National Toxicology Program) links this ingredient to endocrine disruption. That means it may interfere with normal hormone systems, which can affect growth and development in babies and children.
Confuse Hormones: The same toxicology findings show this chemical can act on hormone pathways, so it may mimic or block natural hormone signals and confuse the body’s hormonal messages.
Absorbed: A safety review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review notes this ingredient is a skin penetration enhancer. That means it can help itself — and other ingredients — get through the skin and into the body.

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Alternative Names for Glyceryl Caprylate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

glyceryl caprylate(+-)-GLYCERYL OCTANOATE(RS)-GLYCERYL OCTANOATE(RS)-1-OCTANOYLGLYCEROL19670-49-6DSSTOX_GSID_42006159182-10-2(+-)-1-OCTANOYLGLYCEROLDSSTOX_RID_79900SCHEMBL119681RAC-1-MONOOCTANOYLGLYCEROL

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Glyceryl Caprylate

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Glyceryl Caprylate or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Glyceryl Caprylate

Can older babies safely use Glyceryl Caprylate?

Yes, Glyceryl Caprylate is generally considered safe for 6-12 month old babies based on current research.

What are the hormones risks of Glyceryl Caprylate for older babies?

May mess with natural hormone development in babies and children. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What are the confuse hormones risks of Glyceryl Caprylate for older babies?

Acts like fake hormones in the body, confusing natural signals. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What are the absorbed risks of Glyceryl Caprylate for older babies?

Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What products contain Glyceryl Caprylate?

Glyceryl Caprylate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using products with Glyceryl Caprylate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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