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Isohexadecane

Isohexadecane

$11.33 CAD - $65.33 CAD
Quantity: 100 ml / 3.3 floz

  • Isohexadecane

    Lightweight, Non-Greasy Emollient

    INCI Name: Isohexadecane

    Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid

    Solubility: Oil-soluble; insoluble in water

    Usage Rate: 1% – 60%

    Function: Emollient, solvent, texture enhancer, cleansing agent

    Isohexadecane is a high-purity emollient known for its silky, non-greasy skin feel and excellent spreadability. It is commonly used in skincare, sunscreens, and long-wear makeup products to reduce tackiness, improve product texture, and enhance skin absorption without leaving a residue.

    Commonly Used In:

    • Long-wear foundations and primers
    • Cleansing oils and makeup removers
    • Silicone-free moisturizers
    • Sunscreens and body lotions
    • Hair conditioners and styling products

  • Why Choose Isohexadecane?

    Isohexadecane is a versatile, oil-phase ingredient valued for its luxurious skin glide and fast-drying properties. It offers a dry, powdery after-feel that helps balance richer oils or actives in a formula. It's an excellent choice for high-performance and oil-free systems.

    Key Benefits:

    • Provides a silky, lightweight, and non-greasy feel
    • Improves spreadability and slip in emulsions
    • Helps solubilize oily actives and pigments
    • Reduces tackiness in formulations
    • Ideal for long-wear, oil-free, or matte products

    Usage Guidelines:

    • Recommended Use: 1% – 60%
    • Add to oil phase or blend with silicones and esters
    • Compatible with most oils, waxes, and emulsifiers
    • Not water-soluble; requires emulsifier for water-based formulas

    Formulation Tips:

    • Use in place of heavier oils for a dry-touch finish
    • Pair with esters or dimethicone for a velvet-soft skin feel
    • Excellent carrier for pigments in color cosmetics

    Regulatory Notes:

    • Globally approved for cosmetic use
    • Non-comedogenic and non-irritating
    • Often used in dermatological and non-acnegenic formulations

  • Documents

    Certifications

    • High-purity cosmetic grade
    • Non-GMO and vegan-friendly
    • Compliant with FDA, EU, and Health Canada regulations

    COA

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