What is "ISOHEXADECANE" and what does it do?

Role: EMOLLIENT MINERAL

Family: Mineral oil

Comedogenic index: 0

Isohexadecane is a mineral oil that acts as a solvent and emollient.

Functions and Uses
Texture enhancement and cleansing: Isohexadecane is a multifunctional synthetic ingredient used as a cleansing agent, solvent, texture improver and skin conditioner.
Light, non-greasy feel: Although it helps enrich the texture of formulas, isohexadecane offers a light, non-greasy, silky feel on the skin, with a powder-like finish.
Ideal for Oily Skin: Its dry but non-drying finish makes it popular in products for oily skin.
Cosmetics and hair care applications

Make-up removers: Its cleansing and solvent properties make it a common choice in make-up remover formulas, helping to dissolve long-wearing make-up such as foundations and mascaras.
Hair Care: Used in hair care products to add softness without weighing hair down.
Safety and Assessment
Safety assessment: Isohexadecane has been judged safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel, with products containing up to 42 % of the substance.
This text presents isohexadecane, a synthetic ingredient used in cosmetics for its multiple functions, notably as a texture improver.

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