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Emollient

C18-50 ISOALKANE (FORMERLY C18-50 ISOPARAFFIN)

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

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

EU CosIng database

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

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