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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a lightweight, non-greasy emollient commonly used in UK skincare and beauty products. Derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it gives creams, serums and cleansers a silky feel while helping to soften and smooth the skin without leaving an oily residue.

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How it works in skincare

In cosmetics and skincare formulations, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride functions as an excellent emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It spreads easily across the skin, improving the texture and application of products while helping to reinforce the skin’s natural barrier and prevent moisture loss. Its low viscosity and quick absorption make it a popular choice in facial oils, moisturisers, sunscreens and haircare products, where it delivers a smooth, elegant finish without clogging pores.

Key benefits

  • Provides lightweight hydration
  • Softens and smooths skin texture
  • Improves product spreadability
  • Helps reinforce the skin barrier
  • Non-greasy and fast-absorbing
  • Enhances the feel of haircare products

Best for

dry skin, sensitive skin, normal skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin

Where it comes from

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is derived from coconut oil (or sometimes palm kernel oil) through a process of fractionation and esterification with glycerin. It is considered a plant-based, renewable ingredient widely used in clean and natural beauty formulations.

Products with Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.

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