Common Name(s): Isoparaffin mix,light hydrocarbon blend,sun care emollient
CAS Number: 68551-20-2
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides light spreading isoparaffin blend for sun care and body care.
Why It's Used: Standard light isoparaffin blend โ c13-16 isoparaffin provides the standard light non-greasy hydrocarbon emollient for sun care and body formulations requiring light feel without silicone or heavy ester residue.
How It Works: Mixed branched c13-c16 isoparaffins: viscosity ~3-8 cp. light spreading: low viscosity. non-greasy from branching. partially volatile: c13-c14 fractions evaporate, c15-c16 provide slight conditioning residue. uv filter compatible. inci: c13-16 isoparaffin.
Typically Found In: Sun care,body lotion light feel
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emollient
Secondary Functions: Barrier sealing,softening
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required
Source Notes: Plant-derived, synthetic or animal-derived. verify source. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 โ low; formulation-dependent
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Humectants,ceramides,actives as carrier
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Mixed isoparaffin blends provide broader performance window than single isoparaffins: shorter-chain fractions (c13-c14) volatilise providing initial dry feel; longer-chain fractions (c15-c16) remain providing slight conditioning residue. mixed blend delivers dual-phase performance from one inci ingredient entry โ volatility+conditioning from natural chain length distribution.
Last Verified: 2026-03-12
Primary Sources: Cosing database,c13-16 isoparaffin technical literature