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C13-16 Isoparaffin
Can worsen Oily Skin
These ingredients are known to potentially contribute to excess oil or shine, but they don't affect everyone the same way. Skin can be oily for many reasons, so it's always a good idea to consider your unique skin needs when choosing products.
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
This ingredient is a solvent, texture enhancer, and emollient.
Solvents help other ingredients dissolve in a product. It adds a 'silky' texture to products and is thus considered a silicone alternative.
This ingredient feeds fungal-acne due to its 13-16 carbon chain.
See all 125 products with C13-16 Isoparaffin
Users who like it
18%
Users who avoid it
82%
What it does
Solvent
Capable of dissolving another substance.
Alternative names
Hemi-Squalane
C13-16 Isoalkane
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Haircare
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with C13-16 Isoparaffin
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
32237
INCI Name
C13-16 ISOPARAFFIN
EC #
 271-370-0
All Functions
Solvent
