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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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A lightweight ingredient that softens skin without feeling greasy.
Category
Hydration, Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning
Type
Emollient

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Great

Comedogenic Risk

None

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.

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.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient has a comedogenic rating of 0. It is considered non-comedogenic and has little to no likelihood of clogging pores.

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.

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.

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