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Paraffinum Liquidum
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
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
Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic.
See all 2,399 products with Paraffinum Liquidum
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Protecting
To keep skin from being damaged to a certain degree
Solvent
Capable of dissolving another substance.
Alternative names
Mineral Oil
Liquid Paraffin
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
2.7%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Makeup
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
2% to
40%
References
Products with Paraffinum Liquidum
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
35850
INCI Name
PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM
INN Name
mineral oil
EC #
 232-384-2 / 232-455-8
Ph. Eur. Name
paraffinum liquidum / paraffinum perliquidum
All Functions
Antistatic, Emollient, Skin Protecting, Solvent
