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Functional / Support

Capryloyl Glycine

Often labeled as: Sebum Regulator

The lipid-amino acid that fights acne bacteria.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A functional ingredient created by linking a fatty acid to the amino acid Glycine. It acts as a powerful antibacterial agent against P. acnes and regulates sebum.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Restricts bacterial growth, reduces oil production, and protects the product.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A phenomenal supporting ingredient in acne-targeted moisturizers.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a harsh stripping agent.

The Science

It is highly skin-compatible and respects the acid mantle.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Capryloyl Glycine