ISOHEXADECANE

ISOHEXADECANE (INCI : Isohexadecane) has a very low evaporation rate and low viscosity. ISOHEXADECANE has a very high water interfacial tension, and emulsifies readily to give robust and flexible base emulsions that can carry other ingredients with reduced risk of phase separation. In the rub out phase, ISOHEXADECANE leaves a pleasant silky feel on the skin, neither greasy nor oily, and it is fully compatible with other hydrocarbons and silicones when tactile cascade effects are required. ISOHEXADECANE is not an aggressive solvent, but works well in two phase make-up removers where it acts to break down surface sebum/water/solid structures. It will not de-fat skin, and it is not comedogenic. ISOHEXADECANE can be used a plasticiser without the risk of introducing potential incompatibilities. ISOHEXADECANE has a boiling point range of 210-250°C, a density of 0.79 g/ml, refractive index between 1.440-1.445, low freezing point of -70°C.