Ingredient glossary
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
INCI: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Solid and proven
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What it does
- softening
strong evidenceSupported by cosmetic chemistry literature for its assigned function, with fewer direct clinical outcome studies than hero actives.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- all
Approach with care
- fungal acne prone
- Clogs poresModerate
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- humectants
- occlusives
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