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Emollient

C13-14 ISOALKANE

CAS 64742-47-8/246538-79-4
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A light isoparaffin emollient that gives a silky, fast-absorbing feel without silicones. Inert and well tolerated topically; quality grading matters for impurity controls.

Skin benefits

  • Light hydrocarbon emollient
  • Silicone-style slip and dry feel
  • Inert and well tolerated
  • Common in light lotions and primers

Known concerns

  • Petroleum-derived grades flagged for purity controls
  • Not biodegradable
  • Variable source quality

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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