The ingredient, explained
1,2-octanediol
1,2-Octanediol is also called caprylyl glycol. It is an eight-carbon molecule with two neighbouring alcohol groups, and is distinct from the related but shorter molecule 1,2-hexanediol.
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What it is and what it does
About this ingredient: PubChem: 1,2-Octanediol identity and names ↗
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What the research shows
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Names and identifiers
- INCI name on ingredient lists
- 1,2-OCTANEDIOL
Sources for this ingredient record
- PubChem: 1,2-Octanediol identity and names ↗ · Recorded Sep 30, 2026
- Official product ingredient declaration ↗ · Recorded Aug 15, 2026