Snapshot
- Overview
- A lightweight coconut-derived oil that softens without grease.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning, Barrier Support
- Type
- Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a lightweight neutral oil sourced from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin. It's chosen to improve slip, dilute actives or oils, and deliver a soft, elegant texture across skin and hair products.
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Our take
Is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride a Good Ingredient?
Extensive cosmetic use data show good oxidative stability, low irritation potential, and consistent performance as a lightweight emollient and solvent, which is what earns it a Great rating; it helps deliver actives and slip without heaviness, with a low tendency to congest pores.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Delivers silky softness and helps maintain lightweight hydration without heaviness, and can help minimize greasy residue in oil-rich formulas.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in serums, moisturizers, and cleansing balms as a vehicle for oil-soluble ingredients, and also used in body lotions and makeup removers.
Before you use it
Safety
Considered low risk for irritation and breakouts in most users, though sensitive or acne-prone skin should still patch test. No widely recognized regulatory limits for topical cosmetic use.
Products with Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
