COCO CAPRYLATE / CAPRATE

Bulk Coco Caprylate/Caprate for Cosmetics

Coco Caprylate/Caprate is a plant-derived emollient widely used in cosmetic formulation for its light texture, dry-touch finish and excellent compatibility with other ingredients. This guide explains what it is, how it is obtained and its main applications in creams, serums and hair care products for laboratories and professional formulators sourcing raw materials in bulk.

What is Coco Caprylate/Caprate?

Coco Caprylate/Caprate is an ester derived from caprylic acid and capric acid, both sourced from coconut, combined with coconut alcohol. The result is a naturally derived emollient, liquid at room temperature, with a low viscosity that makes it easy to incorporate into fluid formulas.

It stands out for its fast skin absorption, non-greasy finish and good oxidative stability, making it a common alternative to mineral oils or silicones in formulations seeking a more natural profile. Its compatibility with pigments and UV filters also makes it valuable in makeup and sun care products.

Cosmetic Uses of Coco Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient in creams and lotions. It provides softness and a silky feel without leaving a greasy residue, making it especially useful in day formulas and products for combination or oily skin that require light textures.

Solvent for UV filters and pigments. Its ability to disperse organic UV filters and pigments makes it common in sunscreens and makeup, improving spreadability and consistency of the final product.

Lightweight hair conditioning agent. In hair serums and conditioners it adds shine and manageability without weighing down the hair fiber, and it is also suitable for leave-in formulas.

Base for anhydrous and biphasic formulas. It is used in cleansing oils, balms and biphasic systems thanks to its compatibility with other esters and vegetable oils, supporting stable formulations with a pleasant texture.

CAS: 95912-86-0. INCI: COCO CAPRYLATE / CAPRATE.