C13-16 Isoparaffin
Our database includes 134 products that contain C13-16 Isoparaffin.
Explained
This synthetic solvent is more commonly known as 'hemi-squalane'. This is due to it having a similar composition of bonded hydrogen and carbon as squalane.
C13-16 Isoparaffin 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.
According to Deciem, this ingredient is easily absorbed into hair and skin due to its low molecular weight.
This ingredient feeds fungal-acne due to its 13-16 carbon chain.
You should know
Concerns
Oily Skin
Can worsen Oily Skin
Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.
Fungal Acne
May feed Fungal Acne
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
Community Rating
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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
Haircare
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
