Amino Acid Derivatives
Capryloyl Glycine
A skin-conditioning amino acid derivative that helps balance excess sebum, support a healthy skin environment, refine the appearance of pores, and promote a clearer, smoother-looking complexion.
Key Benefits
- Helps condition the skin
- Supports a balanced-feeling complexion
- Complements formulas for excess surface oil
- Helps maintain a skin-compatible formula environment
- Supports a smoother, refined appearance
How It Works
Ingredient Details
INCI Name: Capryloyl Glycine
Ingredient Type: Lipoamino Acid
Best For
Oily skin · Combination skin · Blemish-prone skin · Visible-pore concerns
What It Is
What It Does
Capryloyl Glycine FAQs
Common questions about this ingredient in skincare.
What is capryloyl glycine?
It is a lipoamino acid formed by attaching caprylic acid to glycine, giving the molecule both lipid- and water-compatible characteristics.
Is it an exfoliating acid?
No. Despite containing an acid-derived fatty chain, it is not an alpha- or beta-hydroxy acid and should not be expected to exfoliate like glycolic or salicylic acid.
Does it reduce sebum?
It is commonly formulated for oil-balancing support, but strong independent clinical evidence showing that capryloyl glycine alone reduces sebum is limited.
Can it treat acne?
No. It can complement cosmetics designed for blemish-prone skin, but it is not an acne medication and should not replace proven acne treatments.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
It is generally used at low cosmetic concentrations, but rare sensitization has been reported. Patch test if your skin is reactive.
What does the available clinical research show?
A small placebo-controlled study evaluated capryloyl glycine combined with fermented soy isoflavonoids for unwanted forearm hair. Because it tested a combination and a different endpoint, it does not prove sebum-control or acne benefits.
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