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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
These ingredients are considered potential triggers for fungal acne, but not everyone will react to them. Because fungal acne can be tricky to identify and manage, it’s best to consult a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
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 163 products with C13-16 Isoparaffin
Users who like it
26%
Users who avoid it
74%
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
0.2%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Haircare
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
