murphyC12-18 Acid Triglyceride
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Caprylic/capric/myristic triglyceride, Medium chain triglyceride
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Acid
Clean
OriginDerived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as the primary starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of fatty acids with glycerol, then selectively hydrogenated.
Glycerides, C12-18
CAS #
67701-26-2
Form
Oil
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR