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Coco-Caprylate

Good

Emollient

Coco-Caprylate description

Coco-caprylate is the mixture of esters that occur when the fatty alcohols derived from coconut alcohol reacts with the fatty acid caprylic acid. What results is a lightweight, easy-to-spread emollient ingredient that smooths and softens skin.Coco-caprylate may be plant-derived or synthetic (Paula’s Choice uses the former).

Related ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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Coco-Caprylate references

  • BASF, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2015, pages 5S-69S
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, April 2013, pages 1-82

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.