N-capryloyl Lysine
Ingredient Facts
N-capryloyl lysine
Botanical · Emollient
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Clean
This conditioning agent softens and smooths both hair and skin while helping lock in moisture and protect against dryness.
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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.
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng