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Emollient

COCONUT/PALM KERNEL ALKANES

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A plant-derived hydrocarbon blend used as a clean alternative to silicones and mineral oil. Inert and well tolerated; main concerns are sourcing rather than skin safety.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient with silicone-like slip
  • Plant-derived petrolatum alternative
  • Non-comedogenic at typical use levels

Known concerns

  • Palm sustainability sourcing concerns
  • Highly refined alkanes have minimal biological activity
  • Trace residual oxidation products possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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