Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate Description
A synthetic ester blend of medium chain fatty acids and fatty alcohol that works as an emollient. As such, it can help improve skin's barrier so it's better able to resist moisture loss.
Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate References
Pharmaceutics, March 2014, pages 52-77
Biochimica Biophysica Acta, March 2014, pages 362-368
Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding usage constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.