The Basics On Caprooyl Phytosphingosine
What is Caprooyl Phytosphingosine?
A mixture of fatty acids caproic acid and phytosphingosine.
What are other names for Caprooyl Phytosphingosine?
CAPROYL SPHINGOSINE
What is Caprooyl Phytosphingosine used for?
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, caprooyl phytosphingosine is brilliant for stopping moisture loss from skin’s uppermost layers.
How Caprooyl Phytosphingosine is classified
Skin-Replenishing, Skin-Restoring
Recommendations for using Caprooyl Phytosphingosine during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Caprooyl Phytosphingosine During Pregnancy
What we know about using Caprooyl Phytosphingosine while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Caprooyl Phytosphingosine from CIR
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel reviewed the safety of ceramides, which function in cosmetics primarily as hair conditioning agents and skin conditioning agents-miscellaneous. The Panel considered relevant animal and human data related to these ingredients. The Panel concluded that ceramides were safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment:
Use this, not that!
Products where you might find Caprooyl Phytosphingosine
Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer with Ceramides; COVER FX Pressed Mineral Foundation; COVER FX Total Cover Cream Foundation
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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