C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN
Is C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN safe for seborrheic dermatitis?
C13-14 Isoparaffin is generally a lower-concern ingredient for seborrheic dermatitis. It improves spread and skin feel and is not a treatment, a triglyceride oil or a free fatty acid.
No direct human seb derm or ingredient-specific Malassezia evidence was found. Its hydrocarbon structure does not provide the same obvious lipid-screening concern as fatty acids and their esters, although a rich finished formula can still feel heavy for some people. Judge the full product by comfort and ease of gentle removal.
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What is it?
A quick identity check, separate from the seb derm guidance above.
01 / 05- Material type
- Branched mineral hydrocarbon
- Ingredient family
- Isoparaffin emollient
- Cosmetic function
- Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Solvent
What is C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN used for in skincare?
C13-14 Isoparaffin is a purified mixture of branched hydrocarbons with mostly 13 or 14 carbon atoms. It acts as a light emollient and solvent, improving spread and helping polymers or other ingredients form a smooth texture. It is often used in gel-creams, makeup and hair products alongside thickeners and emulsifiers.