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Capryloyl Glycine

CAPRYLOYL GLYCINE

Data confidence:Moderate

Function

Surfactant, Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning Agent

EWG Safety Score

2/10Low concern

About this ingredient

Capryloyl Glycine is a mild surfactant and conditioning agent derived from caprylic acid and the amino acid glycine. It functions as a gentle cleanser and antimicrobial in cosmetic formulations, particularly valued in acne-prone and oily skin products for its sebum-regulating and skin-conditioning properties without excessive irritation.

Found in 1+ sunscreens