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Emollient

C21-28 ALKANE

CAS 64742-55-8
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A blend of mid-chain saturated hydrocarbons used as a skin-softening emollient. Inert and well tolerated when refined to cosmetic grade.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Inert emollient and skin-softening agent
  • Improves slip and sensorial feel
  • Stable, non-reactive

Known concerns

  • Petroleum-derived in many sources — sustainability question
  • Possible mineral-oil-impurity concerns if not refined to cosmetic grade
  • Limited data for the specific C21-28 cut

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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