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Emollient

C13-16 ISOPARAFFIN

CAS 68551-20-2
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

C13-16 isoparaffin — a highly purified, lightweight hydrocarbon emollient. Gives a clean, non-greasy feel and excellent stability; the only meaningful caveat is the petroleum-origin/sustainability conversation.

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight, odourless hydrocarbon emollient
  • Non-greasy clean skin feel
  • Excellent stability and oxidation resistance
  • Highly purified — meets EU CosIng cosmetic specifications

Known concerns

  • Petroleum-derived — sustainability consideration
  • Mineral-oil contamination class (MOSH/MOAH) requires purity control
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic-grade purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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