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Glyceryl caprylate: a versatile ingredient in skin care

Glyceryl Caprylate, a natural emollient and emulsifier, is used in skincare for its moisturizing and skin-friendly properties. This article highlights its functions and benefits in skincare products.

What is Glyceryl Caprylate?

Glyceryl caprylate is a plant-based ingredient derived from various oils such as coconut oil. It is known for its ability to nourish the skin while acting as a natural preservative.

Production and properties

This ingredient is obtained by esterifying glycerin with caprylic acid. It is known for its skin-friendly properties and its ability to strengthen the skin barrier and moisturize.

Effect of glyceryl caprylate in skin care

Glyceryl Caprylate offers several benefits in skin care products, especially in the area of moisturizing and skin care.

Moisturizing properties

It helps to moisturize the skin and nourish dry or flaky skin areas.

Natural preservative

As a mild preservative, Glyceryl Caprylate helps to extend the shelf life of skin care products without irritating the skin.

Areas of application and skin types

Glyceryl Caprylate is used in a variety of skincare products and is suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive skin.

Versatile use in skin care

It is used in moisturizers, lotions, cleansers and other skin care products to moisturize.

RAU Bakuchiol Sensitive Day Cream 50 ml Tiegel mit Airless-Spender, leichte Tagescreme Bakuchiol Sensitive Day Cream Anwendung, Model mit strahlender gepflegter Haut

Average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

Bakuchiol Sensitive Day Cream 50 ml light day cream
Anti-aging that your sensitive skin will actually love. Bakuchiol Sensitive Day Cream — Plant-Powered Anti-Aging Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin Sensitive skin doesn't have to miss out on anti-aging. RAU's Bakuchiol Sensitive Day Cream is specifically formulated for skin that reacts — to fragrance, retinoids, acids, or harsh actives. Bakuchiol, the plant-derived retinol alternative, helps reduce the look of fine lines and promotes a more even-looking complexion, while a soothing base of Aloe Vera, Panthenol, and Allantoin keeps skin calm, nourished, and comfortable all day. No fragrance. No retinoids. No harsh exfoliants. Just gentle, effective anti-aging — Made in Germany. 🌿 Gentle Anti-Aging Bakuchiol helps reduce the look of fine lines without the redness or peeling of retinoids 💊 Calm & Soothe Aloe Vera + Allantoin + Panthenol help soothe reactive skin and support a calm, comfortable complexion ❌ Free From Irritants No fragrance, no parabens, no retinoids — specifically designed for reactive and sensitive skin Active Ingredients What's Working For Your Skin Bakuchiol The gentle retinol alternative — helps improve the look of fine lines and skin firmness without causing the sensitivity typical of retinoids Aloe Vera + Allantoin A classic soothing duo — helps calm the look of redness and irritation, leaving skin looking and feeling comfortable Panthenol (Vitamin B5) Locks in moisture and helps maintain a healthy-looking skin barrier — ideal for skin prone to dryness and irritation Your Ritual How to Use Bakuchiol Sensitive Day Cream 1 Morning — Apply after gentle cleansing as your daily moisturizer 2 Apply — Smooth a pea-sized amount over face and neck 3 SPF on top — Follow with SPF — Bakuchiol is photostable, so no issues layering 4 Evening option — Can also be used as a gentle night cream for extra nourishment Made in Germany Fragrance-Free Paraben-Free Retinoid-Free Sensitive Skin 50 ml / 1.7 fl oz $57.99 Free shipping on orders over $60. Ships internationally from Germany. Estimated delivery: 7-14 business days to the US.

Content: 0.05 Liter ($900.80* / 1 Liter)

$45.04*

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

Beyond Moisturizing 24h Cream 50 ml Natural Cosmetics Cream
BEYOND Moisturizing 24h Cream ✔ Moisturizingcream ✔24 h moisturizing booster effect ✔ from the certified natural cosmetics range ✔ can prevent dehydration of the skin ✔ developed & produced in Germany Skin type The face cream is particularly suitable for dry skin. Application Apply to cleansed facial skin and massage. CAN - Moisturize- prevent dehydration- soothe the skin- counteract premature aging of the skin Hazard statements Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. The beyond Moisturizing 24h Cream from our natural cosmetics series is ideal for sensitive, dry, irritated and mature skin. The combination of active ingredients of the Natural Cosmetics 24h Cream: Our natural cosmetics cream nourishes with valuable oils (argan oil, cananga oil (ylang ylang), almond oil, orange oil, squalane, grape seed oil) and ensures optimal hydration through the contained sugar beet extract and natural corn starch. The cupuacu butter from Brazil contained in the natural cosmetic cream facilitates the penetration of the active ingredients into the skin. It is rich in essential fatty acids and, thanks to its excellent water-binding capacity, supports the restoration of the skin's natural moisture, while at the same time preventing it from drying out. Vitamin E and magnolia extract protect the skin from free radicals and strengthen its resistance. In addition, magnolia has a soothing, moisturizing, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. Ingredients AQUA (WATER) - water - solvent, moisturizes ALCOHOL - solvent - antimicrobial, perfuming PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL - almond oil - nourishes the skin and keeps it in good condition SQUALANE - oil extracted from the plant - prevents the loss of moisture from the skin, has great affinity with the skin and skin lipids and has excellent skin compatibility. GLYCERIN - glycerin - moisturizes the skin, plant-based VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL - Grape - skin nourishing GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE - Glyceryl Stearate Citrate - nourishes the skin and keeps it in good condition CETEARYL ALCOHOL - Surfactant - Washing active substance which is mulsion stabilizing and skin nourishing. Makes the skin smooth and soft. OLUS (VEGETABLE) OIL - mixture of fatty vegetable oils - makes the skin supple and smooth. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE - dicaprylyl carbonate - keeps the skin in good condition and makes it supple DECYL OLEATE - Decyl o leate - keeps the skin supple, soft and in good condition SUCROSE STEARATE - surfactant - detergent active substance for cleaning the skin DISTARCH PHOSPHATE - Distarch Phosphate - ensures the cohesion of the product ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL - oil from the seeds of the argan tree - makes the skin smooth and supple THEOBROMA GRANDIFLORUM SEED BUTTER - cocoa butter - nourishes the skin BETA VULGARIS (BEET) ROOT EXTRACT - be et - keeps the skin in good condition CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL OIL - orange / sweet orange - skin nourishing, perfuming MAGNOLIA OFFICINALIS BARK EXTRACT - Magnolia - antimicrobial, skin nourishing CANANGA ODORATA (YLANG YLANG ) OIL - ylang ylang - fragrance TOCOPHEROL - Vitamin E - antioxidant, skin conditioning, gives the product a pleasant fragrance HYDROLYZED CORN STARCH - hydrolyzed corn starch - skin nourishing, viscosity regulator XANTHAN GUM - Xanthan gum - enables the formation of emulsions, increases the viscosity of cosmetic products DISODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE - Disodium Cocoyl Glutamte - Washing active substance for cleansing the skin SODIUM LACTATE - sodium salt of lactic acid - moisturizing, helps remove dead skin cells from the skin surface GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE - glyceryl caprylate - enables formation of emulsions, keeps skin supple SODIUM HYDROXIDE - sodium hydro xide - stabilizer - influences stability and quality of the product SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE - reaction product of glutamic acid with coconut fatty acids - washing active substance - cleanses the skin HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES CITRATE - mono-, di- and triglycerides from palm oil, hydrogenated - skin nourishing, makes the skin supple and smooth

Content: 0.05 Liter ($780.40* / 1 Liter)

$39.02* (previously $39.02*)
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Average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

Hyaluron Cream SPF10 50 ml face cream with UV protection
Hydration + SPF. Your morning routine, simplified. Hyaluron Cream SPF10 — Daily Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid & UV Protection Your morning skincare just got easier. RAU's Hyaluron Cream SPF10 combines deep Hyaluronic Acid hydration with daily UV protection in a single, lightweight moisturizer. It's designed for the woman who wants her skin to look luminous, feel comfortable, and stay protected — without layering five products before 8am. Absorbs fast, wears beautifully under makeup, and keeps skin hydrated all morning. Note: SPF10 provides daily UV protection for incidental exposure. For prolonged sun exposure, layer with a dedicated broad-spectrum SPF30+ product. ☀ Daily UV Shield SPF10 helps protect skin from incidental sun exposure during your everyday routine 💧 Hyaluronic Hydration Helps skin retain moisture for a plump, comfortable feel throughout the morning ✍ Makeup-Ready Finish Lightweight, fast-absorbing texture — wears smoothly under foundation or on its own Active Ingredients What's Working For Your Skin Hyaluronic Acid Attracts and binds moisture to the skin surface — helps visibly plump and smooth the complexion UV Filters (SPF10) Provides daily protection against UVA/UVB rays for routine outdoor activities — commuting, errands, office windows Panthenol (Vitamin B5) Helps soothe and condition — leaves skin soft, calm, and comfortable Your Ritual How to Use Hyaluron Cream SPF10 1 Last step AM — Apply as the final step of your morning skincare routine, after serum 2 Apply — Warm a small amount in fingertips and smooth evenly over face and neck 3 Let absorb — Wait 1-2 minutes before applying makeup for best wear 4 Extended sun exposure? — Layer a dedicated SPF30+ sunscreen on top when spending time outdoors Made in Germany SPF10 Daily UV Paraben-Free Fragrance-Free 50 ml / 1.7 fl oz $50.99 Free shipping on orders over $60. Ships internationally from Germany. Estimated delivery: 7-14 business days to the US.

Content: 0.05 Liter ($800.40* / 1 Liter)

$40.02* (previously $40.02*)

Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars

Resist aging! Rich Cream with Bakuchiol 50 ml Night Cream
resist aging! Rich Cream with Bakuchiol ✔ rich & moisturising face cream ✔ can prevent and smooth wrinkles ✔ for the regeneration of thinning, mature & light-damaged skin ✔ developed & produced in Germany Skin type The face cream is suitable for dry, dehydrated & mature skin. Application Apply to cleansed skin and massage in. CAN - tighten the skin- smooth wrinkles- moisturise- protect against premature ageing- prevent dehydration- soothe the skin Hazard statements Our resist aging! Rich Cream with Bakuchiol is a rich anti-aging day and night cream for dry, dehydrated and mature skin. The combination of active ingredients: The main active ingredient used, bakuchiol, is extracted from the seeds of the babchi plant. In traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, the plant has long been used as a remedy for numerous skin problems. Due to its antimicrobial effect, the active ingredient is used against skin blemishes, for example. Bakuchiol can also prevent and smooth wrinkles and stimulate collagen synthesis. The active ingredient is also active against radicals responsible for premature skin ageing. Bakuchiol is a plant-based alternative to retinol. The only difference is that the natural active ingredient does not irritate or dry out the skin. On the contrary: anti-ageing day and night creams enriched with bakuchiol can even effectively reduce the external signs of inflammation. The active ingredients contained in the anti-aging cream - liquorice root extract, macadamia oil, wheat germ oil, urea and sorbitol - nourish the skin and provide it with intensive moisture. Panthenol and allantoin also provide a calming effect. The cream is also suitable for the regeneration of thinning, mature and light-damaged skin. Ingredients AQUA (WATER) - Water - Solvent, moisturises GLYCERIN - Glycerin - moisturises the skin, plant-based CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE - Vegetable neutral oil- smoothes the skin, re-greasing effect ISOPROPYL STEARATE - Isopropyl Stearate - softens and softens the skin, keeps the skin in good condition and ensures the cohesion of the product SORBITAN OLEATE - oleic acid sorbitol ester - surfactant DECYL OLEATE - decyl oleate - softens, softens and keeps the skin in good condition SORBITOL - sugar alcohol - humectant / moisturiser (derived from fruits) PEG-22/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER - polyethylene glycol derivative - enables the formation of an emulsion CERA ALBA (BEESWAX) - beeswax - gives the product a pleasant scent, makes the skin smooth and soft POLYGLYCERYL-3 DIISOSTEARATE - esterification product of isostearic acid with polyglycerol - enables the formation of emulsions HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL - Castor oil - softens and keeps the skin in good condition and cleanses the skin OLEYL ERUCATE - Oleyl Erucate - makes the skin supple MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA SEED OIL - macadamia oil - nourishes the skin PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER - Polyethylene glycol derivative - aids emulsion formation and improves product stability BAKUCHIOL - Bakuchiol - antimicrobial, antioxidant, skin conditioner PENTYLENE GLYCOL - Pentylene glycol - moisturises the skin. ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN - ethylhexylglycerol - skin conditioning ALLANTOIN - Allantoin - causes acceleration of cell building, cell formation or cell regeneration and soothes the skin. GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA ( LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT - liquorice extract - skin brightening, smoothing and soothing. Also improves the smell of the product. LECITHIN - Lecithin - skin nourishing, makes the skin smooth and supple and keeps it in good condition, enables the formation of emulsions. TOCOPHERYL ACETATE - Antioxidant - skin nourishing PANTHENOL - panthenol - regenerates and renews damaged skin, soothes and reduces inflammation, promotes cell growth CAPRYLYL GLYCOL - caprylyl glycol - nourishes the skin and makes it smooth and soft SERINE - amino acid - keeps the skin in good condition, improves the smell of the product UREA - urea - has keratolytic and anti-itching properties and moisturising effect GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE - glyceryl caprylate - enables the formation of emulsions, keeps the skin supple ASCORBYL PALMITATE - antioxidant - makes the product durable and improves the smell of the product LACTIC ACID - moisturising, skin caring, regulates / stabilises the pH-value of cosmetic products SODIUM L ACTATE - sodium salt of lactic acid - moisturising, helps remove dead skin cells from the skin surface MAGNESIUM SULFATE - Magnesium sulphate - increases or decreases viscosity (toughness) of product STEARIC ACID - Surfactant - emulsion stabilising, cleansing, refatting, perfuming DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE - diethylamino-hydroxybenzoyl-benzoic acid hexyl ester - protects the skin from UV radiation TOCOPHEROL - Vitamin E - antioxidant, skin caring, gives the product a pleasant fragrance TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE - stabiliser - influences stability and quality of the product PHENYLPROPANOL - fragrance/solvent - improves the smell of the product SODIUM CHLORIDE - common salt - improves the smell of a product, swelling, viscosity control PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) - fragrance CITRIC ACID - citric acid - reduces horny skin, blackheads, acne scars, fine wrinkles, widens/deepen pores PROPYLENE CARBONATE - Propylene carbonate - Increases or decreases viscosity (toughness) of product SODIUM HYDROXIDE - Caustic soda - regulates and stabilises the pH of the product STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE - Stearalkonium Hectorite - money forming, increases or decreases the viscosity (toughness) of the product HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES CITRATE - esterification product with citric acid - makes the skin smooth and supple ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE - Octinoxate - protects against UV radiation PHENOXYETHANOL - Phenoxyethanol - antimicrobial, protects the product from spoilage SODIUM SULFITE - Sodium sulphite - Antioxidant, preservative POTASSIUM SORBATE - potassium salt - protects the product from microbial spoilage and gives the product a pleasant smell SODIUM BENZOATE - sodium salt - protects the product from microbial spoilage and gives the product a pleasant smell BENZYL SALICYLATE - salicylic acid benzyl ester - protects the product from damage by UV light, improves the smell of the product LINALOOL - fragrance LIMONENE - fragrance ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE - gamma methyl ionone - fragrance, skin conditioning

Content: 0.05 Liter ($900.80* / 1 Liter)

$45.04*
Bottle Frau mit strahlendem Teint und sanfter Bräune, betont durch den Text "Reichlich Feuchtigkeit schöner Bronze Glow", ideal für die Anwendung des Selbstbräuner Gesichtsserums von RAU Cosmetics.

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

Self Tanner Face Serum 30 ml Natural Self Tanner
SELF TANNER FACE SERUM ✔ S elf tanner concentrate ✔ Natural tanning effect ✔ care & moisture ✔ for a healthy glow ✔ developed & produced in Germany SKIN TYPE The self-tanning serum is suitable for all skin types. APPLICATION Apply Self Tanner Face Serum 1-2 times a day and massage evenly onto the desired areas of the skin.We recommend starting the application with only 1 time a day. CAN - make the skin look tanned after 1-2 days- improve the skin texture- moisturize HAZARD WARNINGS Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Get a sun-kissed, attractive tan anytime - it's easier than ever with our Self Tanner Face Serum! Our Self Tanner Serum tans your skin on a natural basis while caring for it. The combination of active ingredients of the Self Tanner Serum: The valuable serum can give you a long-lasting, even tan thanks to the active ingredients erythrulose and dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which are sugar-based. Depending on the desired intensity, you can use the self-tanning serum 1-2 times a day - for optimal control of your tan level! Aloe vera, hyaluronic acid and panthenol additionally care for the skin and provide it with sufficient moisture. This allows your skin to look healthier, fresher and feels soft. CONTENT MATERIALS AQUA (WATER) - water - solvent, moisturizer DIHYDROXYACETONE - 1,3-dihydroxyacetone - tanning agent GLYCERIN - Glycerin - Moisturizesthe skin, plant-based PROPANEDIOL - solvent - increases or decreases viscosity of the product PENTYLENE GLYCOL - Pentylene glycol - Moisturizes the skin ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE - Aloe Vera - moisturizes, nourishes the skin ERYTHRULOSE - erythrulose - tanning agent SODIUM HYALURONATE - Hyaluronic acid - moisturizing, skin conditioning ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN - ethylhexylglycerin - skin conditioning CAPRYLYL GLYCOL - Caprylyl Glycol - nourishes the skin and makes it smooth and soft PANTHENOL - Panthenol - regenerates and renews damaged skin, soothing and anti-inflammatory, promotes cell growth BETAINE - glycine betaine - moisturizing, nourishes the skin CARRAGEENAN (CHONDRUS CRISPUS) - Irish moss - cares for the skin, perfuming HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE -hydroxyethyl cellulose (modified cellulose) - protects the product from light damage, film-forming, emulsion-forming, binding TREHALOSE - trehalose-based ingredient (mycose, fungal sugar) - humectant, moisturizer CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE - condensation product of octanol (caprylic alcohol) and decanol (capric alcohol) with glucose (dextrose ) - cleanses the skin SACCHARIDE ISOMERATE - isomerized saccharides (carbohydrates) - moisturizing XANTHAN GUM - Xanthan gum - enables the formation of emulsions, increases the viscosity of cosmetic products GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE - glyceryl caprylate - enables the formation of emulsions, softens the skin PHENYLPROPANOL - fragrance/solvent - improves the smell of the product PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) - fragrance CITRIC ACID - citric acid - reduction of horny skin, blackheads, acne scars, fine wrinkles, widening/deepening of pores SODIUM CITRATE - sodium salt of citric acid - perfuming PHENOXYETHANOL - phenoxyethanol - antimicrobial, protects the product from spoilage POTASSIUM SORBATE - potassium salt - protects the product from microbial spoilage and gives the product a pleasant smell SODIUM BENZOATE - sodium salt - protects the product from microbial spoilage and gives the product a pleasant smell

Content: 0.03 Liter ($1,300.67* / 1 Liter)

$39.02* (previously $25.08*)

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