C10-12 ISOPARAFFIN
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About C10-12 ISOPARAFFIN
C10-12 Isoparaffin is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Detailed Analysis
This isoparaffin represents a window covering the lighter end of the C10-12 range, combining properties of both C10-11 and C11-12 fractions. The broader cut means a more complex mixture of isomers, which generally improves formulation performance by preventing crystallization and maintaining a liquid state. SCCS evaluation under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 confirms that adequately refined aliphatic hydrocarbon mixtures in this range are safe for cosmetic use. No specific EU annex restrictions apply to isoparaffins as a class — they are regulated as standard cosmetic raw materials subject to general purity criteria.
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Rapid absorption with a dry, satin-smooth skin finish
- ✓ Versatile solvent compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic actives
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Broader carbon range may increase variability in skin-feel performance
- ⚠ Spray application requires careful evaluation of inhalation exposure
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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