Emollients
Caprylic/capric triglyceride
It improves spread, reduces greasiness, wets powders, and dilutes heavier oils in skin, hair, sun-care, and color systems.
- INCI
- CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE
- CAS
- 73398-61-5
- Also known as
- medium-chain triglycerides · MCT oil
- Function
- Emollients
Ingredient answer
What is Caprylic/capric triglyceride?
Caprylic/capric triglyceride is a light, stable esterified emollient used as a carrier and sensory-balancing oil in many cosmetics.
Formulation behavior
How it works inside a formula
Verify source and composition, then evaluate pigment wetting, slip, solubility, package interaction, and final emulsion stability.
Where it appears
Common product contexts
- facial oils
- creams and lotions
- balms and hair products
Practical caution
What to keep in view
Check oxidation stability, sensory weight, packaging compatibility, and the complete oil-phase balance.
Take the ingredient into a working formula.
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