C15-19 Alkane
Explained
C15-19 alkane is a mixture of alkanes. Alkanes are hydrocarbons with carbon atoms held together by single bonds.
It is a synthetically created solvent and emollient often used to replace silicones or mineral oil. As an emollient, C15-19 Alkane helps soften and soothe the skin. Emollients create a barrier to trap moisture inside.
C15-19 Alkane is often used with mineral UV filters such as titanium dioxidide and zinc oxide. It helps these UV filter ingredients be more spreadable.
C15-19 Alkane is biodegradable.
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What it does
                      Solvent
                      
                        Capable of dissolving another substance.
                      
                    
                Prevalence
                  
                    Less common
                    
                      Percentage of products that contain it
                    
                  
                  
                  
                    0.8%
                  
                
                    Top categories
                    
                        
                  
                  
                          Moisturizers
                        
                        
                          Makeup
                        
                        
                          Sunscreens
                        
                    
                    
                      Position
                      
                        Predominant list placement
                      
                    
                    
              
                      Top 25%
                    
                  References
Products with C15-19 Alkane
CosIng Data
              CosIng ID
              91129
            
            
              INCI Name
              C15-19 ALKANE
            
              
                EC #
                 934-956-3
              
              
                All Functions
                Solvent