Ingredient glossary
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
INCI: Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Solid and proven
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What it does
- softening
- silicone like texture
moderate evidenceFormulator literature positions coco-caprylate/caprate as a green alternative to D4/D5 silicones with non-comedogenic, non-irritating profile.
On a label: usually effective at 2-15%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- oily
- combo
- sensitive
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- humectants
- silicones
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