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C13-16 Isoparaffin
C13-16 Isoparaffin is a mixture of branched-chain alkanes with carbon chain lengths ranging from 13 to 16. It is registered under CAS number 68551-20-2 and EC number 271-370-0. According to CosIng, its official function is as a solvent in cosmetic and personal care formulations.
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weakEWG score
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other● Benefits
The source does not describe specific skin benefits for C13-16 Isoparaffin beyond its role as a solvent, which helps dissolve and carry other ingredients in a formulation.
solvent
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