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Emollient

C10-12 ISOALKANE

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A lightweight branched-chain hydrocarbon (C10-12 isoparaffin). CIR-reviewed safe; main caveat is mild irritation at higher concentrations.

Function

SOLVENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient
  • Volatile carrier

Known concerns

  • Mild irritation at higher %
  • Petroleum-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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