Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride

Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride is a blended triglyceride oil combining medium- and long-chain fatty acids. It's used to add cushion and richness, improve viscosity control, and support even payoff in creams, sticks, and makeup.
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Overview
A blended oil that adds richness and smooths flaky skin.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Barrier Support
Type
Emollient

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

Low

Skin Benefits

Nourishes with a plush, cushiony feel that smooths flaky areas, and leaves a supple finish that can make skin feel more comfortable in dry conditions.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Chosen for richer creams, balms, sticks, and lip color to build body and a creamy glide, and also appears in foundations and cold-weather hand creams.

Comedogenic Rating

Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride has a comedogenic rating of 1. It has a very low likelihood of clogging pores.

Safety

Generally low irritation potential, but the richer, more occlusive profile may contribute to breakouts in some users; patch testing is prudent for acne-prone skin. No specific regulatory restrictions are commonly cited.

Is Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride a Good Ingredient?

It offers cushion and richness with reliable emolliency, which earns a Good rating, but its heavier feel and inclusion of longer-chain fatty acids may be less ideal for very oily or acne-prone skin; it's effective for texture and payoff, though evidence for additional skin benefits beyond moisturization is limited.

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