C8-9 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT

✨ Role: C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane is mainly used as an emollient in cosmetic products. It helps soften and smooth the skin by preventing moisture loss, while providing a pleasant texture and silky feel.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe. It is well tolerated by most skin types and widely used in the cosmetics industry.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Good to know: It tends not to clog pores, making it suitable for blemish-prone skin. This type of hydrocarbon is stable and generally non-irritating to the skin.

Found in: Frequently found in lotions, moisturizers, sunscreens and some make-up products to improve texture and spreadability.

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