Poly(3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid) is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Formula
C18H17N3O3
Mol. Weight
323.3
CAS #
96478-13-6
Form
Powder
State
Solid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Light Stabilizer
Skin Protecting
Locks In Moisture
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Shields skin from damage
Prevents light degradation
Traditional Use
A synthetic biodegradable polymer developed in recent decades as an environmentally conscious alternative to conventional polymers. Used in cosmetics as a film-former and texture agent without historical applications.