Jojoba Oil/Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Esters
AKA “Jojoba MCT Ester, Jojoba Caprylic Capric Ester
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Jojoba oil/caprylic/capric triglyceride esters
AKA: Jojoba MCT Ester, Jojoba Caprylic Capric Ester
Synthetic · Skin Protecting · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Jojoba Oil/Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil with Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ester blend developed to combine jojoba oil's traditional moisturizing properties with lightweight triglyceride oils, creating an ingredient with improved stability and sensory profile for contemporary skincare.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR