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Caprylyl Glycol

Softens and smooths.

What it is

A glycol, which is a type of alcohol.

Softens and conditions the skin and hair and helps control odor.

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What it does in a formula

Softens and smoothsOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning - emollient
Keeps skin in good conditionOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning
Reduces odor or sweatOfficial EU function: Deodorant
Conditions and detangles hairOfficial EU function: Hair conditioning