Isohexadecane is a clear, colorless, and odorless liquid with a slight volatility. It is used in skin and sun care products to leave a silky, light-emollient feeling on the skin. It is dermatologically safe, non-comedogenic, and non-greasy.
Isohexadecane has excellent spreading ability and is compatible with all commonly used lipids and other active ingredients. It is also highly nonpolar and hydrophobic, enhancing applications' waterproofing properties.
Isohexadecane decreases the volatility of Isododecane and acts as an excellent cleanser for eye and face makeup products. It dissolves sebaceous gland secretion and lifts environmental debris.
Thanks to high stability and other functional properties, it complies with the regulations in the European Union, the United States of America, and Japan.Isohexadecane is used as an emollient in skin, hair, and sun care preparations and color cosmetics. It can also enhance spreadability and be a solvent for lipophilic actives and ingredients.
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