HEPTANE
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT
✨ Role: Heptane is mainly used as a solvent in cosmetic formulations. It helps dissolve other ingredients and ensures a fluid, uniform texture to the product.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: In general, heptane is safe when used in small quantities in cosmetics. However, it must be handled with care in the production phase due to its volatility.
✨ Vegan: Yes
✨ Worth knowing: Heptane is flammable, requiring special precautions when handling and storing. Its volatility means it evaporates quickly on application, leaving little residue.
Present in: Used in certain hair care products, nail polish and cosmetic accessory cleaning products.
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