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Emollient

C18-50 ISOALKANE

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A heavy branched hydrocarbon used as a structurant and rich emollient in lipsticks and balms. Cosmetic-grade isoparaffins have a clean safety record.

Function

BINDINGBULKINGSOLVENTDISPERSING NON-SURFACTANT

Skin benefits

  • Heavy emollient/structurant
  • Stable, non-reactive
  • Provides skin protection

Known concerns

  • Petroleum-derived
  • Occlusive — may not suit oily skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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C18-50 ISOALKANE (FORMERLY C18-50 ISOPARAFFIN)
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