Ingredient
Triheptanoin
Low risk
FunctionEmollient
What it is — Triheptanoin is an ester-based emollient derived from glycerin and heptanoic acid.
What it does — It softens and smooths skin and hair, giving a light, conditioned feel and helping other ingredients spread evenly.
Typical use — Seen in serums, lotions, creams and hair products where a lightweight emollient is wanted.
Who it suits / good to know — Generally suitable across skin types, including those who prefer non-greasy textures.
Safety — DHALIORA grades it low risk. This is general information, not medical advice; patch-test if your skin is sensitive.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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