Snapshot
- Overview
- A lightweight ingredient that softens skin without feeling greasy.
- Category
- Hydration, Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning
- Type
- Emollient
C13-14 Isoalkane
C13-14 Isoalkane is a blend of lightweight, branched hydrocarbons used in cosmetics as a silky emollient and volatile texture booster. It gives slip and fast spread, cuts tack, and leaves products with a smooth, non-greasy application.
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Our take
Is C13-14 Isoalkane a Good Ingredient?
As a chemically inert, oxidation-resistant emollient, it delivers slip and reduces moisture loss with a low likelihood of irritation, and its stability and light, fast-spreading feel across many skin types are what earn it a Great rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Softens skin and helps reduce moisture loss by forming a light protective layer, and leaves a comfortable, velvety afterfeel suited to daily wear.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used in serums, lotions, and sunscreens to create a featherlight finish and aid even, easy application, and also common in foundations and primers to refine skin feel.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally well tolerated with a low risk of irritation or sensitization. Patch test if skin is very reactive, and discontinue use if redness or stinging occurs.
Products with C13-14 Isoalkane
