Skip to content

Emollient

C9-20 ISOALKANE

CAS 2288769-60-6 (generic)
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A blend of branched isoalkanes (C9 to C20) used as a light emollient and dry-touch carrier. Highly inert and well tolerated; the main note is non-renewable sourcing.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSOLVENT

Skin benefits

  • Light dry-touch emollient
  • Stable, inert hydrocarbon
  • Good spreading and skin feel

Known concerns

  • Mineral- or synthetic-origin sourcing
  • Non-renewable hydrocarbon
  • Possible occlusivity in acne-prone skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related emollients

78
ACER TRUNCATUM SEED OIL
Emollient
 78
ACETIC/LINOLEIC/PALMITIC TRIGLYCERIDE
Emollient
 78
ACETYLATED CASTOR OIL
Emollient
 78
ACHRAS SAPOTA SEED OIL
Emollient
 78
ADANSONIA DIGITATA SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS
Emollient
 78
ALLYL CAPROATE
Emollient
 78
AMARANTHUS CRUENTUS SEED EXTRACT
Emollient
 78
ARACHIDYL GLYCOL ISOSTEARATE
Emollient

Check your shelf

Find C9-20 ISOALKANE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains C9-20 ISOALKANE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.