Triheptanoin

Bueno

Emoliente

Triheptanoin at a glance

  • Made from glycerin and an oily liquid known as heptanoic acid
  • Sometimes used as a replacement for siloxane-type silicones
  • Provides elegant, non-greasy emollient aesthetics
  • Also used as a dispersing agent for UV filters

Triheptanoin description

Triheptanoin is a skin-softening emollient made from a triester blend of glycerin and an oil-like liquid known as heptanoic acid. Its sensory properties and lightweight emollient feel make it a good stand-in for siloxane-type silicones such as cyclopentasiloxane. Along with helping to smooth and soften skin as it prevents moisture loss, triheptanoin is also used as a dispersing agent for UV filters, ensuring that they’re distributed evenly in sunscreen formulas and, in turn, on skin. It has the same benefit for pigments, so you may also see triheptanoin used in makeup. Although considered a synthetic ingredient, triheptanoin is often derived from the palm, coconut, or castor plants (Paula’s Choice does not use the palm-derived type). Both types offer the same benefits for skin and the formula itself. Usage levels of triheptanoin range from 1–20%. It’s considered safe as used in cosmetics. Interestingly, triheptanoin is also being explored for use in people with certain metabolic disorders that lead to low energy.

Triheptanoin references

  • Molecular Genetics and Metabolism, April 2021, pages 227–233
  • Drugs, October 2020, pages 1,595–1,600
  • JAMA Neurology, October 2014, pages 1,255–1,265
  • International Journal of Toxicology, Supplement 20, 2001, pages 61–94

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Calificaciones de ingredientes

Excelente

Ingrediente sobresaliente con beneficios reales para la piel. Su eficacia está demostrada y respaldada por estudios independientes.

Bueno

Aunque no son tan beneficiosos como los de la categoría excelente, suelen ser necesarios para mejorar la textura, la estabilidad o la absorción de una fórmula.

Aceptable

Puede presentar ciertas limitaciones en cuanto a su apariencia, estabilidad o eficacia. A veces, son ingredientes básicos o que no cuentan con suficiente respaldo científico.

Poco recomendable

Aunque puede ofrecer algunos beneficios se recomienda evitarlo por su probabilidad de causar irritación, especialmente si se combina con otros ingredientes problemáticos.

Desaconsejable

Ha demostrado provocar efectos adversos como irritación, inflamación o sequedad, especialmente si se utiliza en altas concentraciones o junto con otros ingredientes irritantes.

Desconocido

No hemos encontrado este ingrediente en nuestro diccionario. Registramos todos los ingredientes desconocidos y actualizamos la información de forma continua.

Sin calificar

Ingrediente registrado, pero con la información científica disponible pendiente de revisar.