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C10-12 ISOPARAFFIN
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
C10-12 Isoparaffin is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
This isoparaffin represents a window covering the lighter end of the C10-12 range, combining properties of both C10-11 and C11-12 fractions. The broader cut means a more complex mixture of isomers, which generally improves formulation performance by preventing crystallization and maintaining a liquid state. SCCS evaluation under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 confirms that adequately refined aliphatic hydrocarbon mixtures in this range are safe for cosmetic use. No specific EU annex restrictions apply to isoparaffins as a class — they are regulated as standard cosmetic raw materials subject to general purity criteria.
Skin benefits
- Rapid absorption with a dry, satin-smooth skin finish
- Versatile solvent compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic actives
Known concerns
- Broader carbon range may increase variability in skin-feel performance
- Spray application requires careful evaluation of inhalation exposure
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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