Very Disliked
Dodecane
Fragrance
Fragrances make products smell appealing but are a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions. This includes synthetic fragrances, natural fragrances, and essential oils. Fragrance-free products are the safest bet for sensitive skin.
Explained
Dodecane is a lightweight alkane hydrocarbon that functions as an emollient, texture enhancer, and fragrance.
According to a manufacturer, it evaporates fast on skin and leaves behind a non-greasy and velvety finish. This also helps other ingredients like UV filters and pigments distribute evenly.
In 2020, the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) reviewed dodecane and found it to clear all tests. The amount typically used in cosmetics is also well below the threshold where skin allergies would be a concern.
This ingredient can be sourced from either petroleum fractionation or plant-based feedstocks.
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Users who like it
11%
Users who avoid it
89%
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Perfuming
A substance that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor, especially a volatile liquid distilled from flowers or preparedsynthetically.
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Makeup
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
39797
INCI Name
DODECANE
EC #
 203-967-9
All Functions
Perfuming
