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Emollient

ISOEICOSANE

CAS 93685-79-1
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A branched 20-carbon hydrocarbon emollient that gives a light, silky finish. Inert and well tolerated; common in modern light moisturizers and sunscreens.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONINGSOLVENT

Skin benefits

  • Light, dry-touch emollient
  • Skin-conditioning
  • Solvent for sunscreen filters
  • Stable hydrocarbon

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
  • Petroleum-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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