Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Harm score: 3 (Harmless chemicals)

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is an ingredient that can be found in many cosmetic and personal products. It is a modified silicone that is characterized by its high stability and ability to improve the blend, distribution and reparability of products that contain pigments or powders. Its other names are 1,2-propanediol, 3-mercapto-, 1-Mercapto-2,3-propanediol, 1-Mercaptoglycerol, Triglycerol, 1-Monothioglycerol, 1-Thio-2,3-propanediol, 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol or Glycerol-1-thiol.

In terms of its uses, triethhoxycaprylylsilane is often used in cosmetic products such as powders, makeup, creams, liquid lipsticks, eye shadows and other makeup products. It improves their consistency, helps to maintain an even distribution of pigments and ensures easy and smooth application on the skin. In addition, it can also appear in some hair care products as it improves the properties of these products and helps to give the hair the desired look and feel. Triethyloxycaprylylsilane is not known to be harmful to health when used in recommended amounts.