C13-15 Alkane
molecular structure · PubChem
Synthetic
Solvent
Not Clean
C13-15 Alkane is a mixture of alkanes with 13 to 15 carbon atoms in the alkyl chain
CAS #
64742-46-7
Form
Liquid
Functions
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Dissolves Ingredients
Dissolves other ingredients
Traditional Use
A synthetic hydrocarbon developed in the mid-to-late 20th century as a volatile silicone alternative. Used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetics to provide light texture and quick absorption.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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