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Emollient

C12-18 OLEFIN

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A blend of C12-18 unsaturated hydrocarbons (olefins) used as a light emollient. Tolerated in leave-on use but less well-characterized than fully saturated alkane equivalents.

Skin benefits

  • Light emollient and solvent
  • Used in cleansing oils and makeup
  • Helps spread heavier ingredients

Known concerns

  • Mid-chain olefins less studied than the saturated alkanes
  • May contain trace unsaturated impurities

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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