Capryloyl Glycine

Used against flaking and dandruff.

What it is

A compound made by joining glycine, an amino acid, with caprylic acid, a fatty acid found in coconut oil.

Used to help control the skin's oil (sebum) and to slow the growth of microbes.

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Used against flaking and dandruffOfficial EU function: Anti-seborrheic

Used to reduce oilinessOfficial EU function: Anti-sebum

Cleanses and foamsOfficial EU function: Surfactant - cleansing

Limits microbesOfficial EU function: Antimicrobial

Reduces odor or sweatOfficial EU function: Deodorant

Conditions and detangles hairOfficial EU function: Hair conditioning