COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

Coco-caprylate/caprate is a widely used ingredient in the cosmetics industry, which is derived from coconut oil and is characterized by its emollient and moisturizing properties.

The history of this ingredient dates back to ancient India, where the use of coconut oil was very common in traditional medicine. Today, coco-caprylate/caprate is used in various cosmetic applications, whether as an emollient for moisturizing creams and lotions, as a conditioning agent for hair, or as a component in makeup and personal care products.

To obtain coco-caprylate/caprate, a fractionation method of coconut oil is used, which allows the lighter and more volatile components of the oil to be separated. This mainly includes caprylic and capric fatty acids, which are the main components of coco-caprylate/caprate.

The botanical name for coconut is Cocos nucifera, while the INCI nomenclature for coco-caprylate/caprate is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Its CAS number is 65381-09-1.

The main components of coco-caprylate/caprate include caprylic and capric fatty acids, as well as various esters derived from these acids. These components provide coco-caprylate/caprate with its emollient and moisturizing properties, as well as its ability to improve the appearance and texture of skin and hair.