Emollient
C18-50 ISOALKANE (FORMERLY C18-50 ISOPARAFFIN)
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A wide-range petroleum-derived isoalkane used as a heavier emollient. Inert at cosmetic grade; purity controls mineral hydrocarbon trace impurities.
Skin benefits
- Heavier emollient
- Sealing performance
- Inert and stable
Known concerns
- Petroleum-derived
- Wide chain MOSH/MOAH control needed
- Quality-grade dependent
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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