INCI name

COCO-CAPRYLATE

Coco-caprylate

A light emollient derived from coconut.

What it is

Coco-caprylate is an ester of coconut fatty alcohols and caprylic acid. It spreads easily and is often used as a lighter alternative to silicones.

Where it is used

Creams, sunscreens, hair care and make-up.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (260)

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