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).
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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