Isohexadecane is a high purity iso-paraffin emollient and solvent used in personal care. A clear, colourless and odourless, highly volatile (meaning it does not absorb into the skin, but evaporates from it liquid that’s used as an emollient. It gives a premium non-oily light skin feel and it can improve the slip of the formula without leaving a tacky residue behind. It’s also popular in makeup products as its volatility makes mascaras and foundations last longer. It is an excellent solvent and its regular not only on the ingredient lists of makeup products, but also on makeup removers.
Benefits:
•Breaks down easily for smooth application.
•Offers a ‘premier’ non-greasy, light and silky feeling on the skin.
•Helps create a “matte” finish for lipstick, cheek colour, and foundation.
•Minimizes the transfer of colour (e.g., lipstick marks on cups and silverware).
• Helps provide a “weightless” feel.
Ingredients:
Isohexadecane.