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C11-15 Alkane/Cycloalkane

Average

Emollient

No known benefits

C11-15 Alkane/Cycloalkane at a glance

  • Functions as a solvent
  • Improves formulas’ textures
  • Mixture of alkanes

C11-15 Alkane/Cycloalkane description

C11-15 alkane/cycloalkane is a synthetic solvent used in skin care products. Solvents help dissolve or disperse ingredients to improve a formula’s texture. Common solvents include water and oils. C11-15 alkane/cycloalkane is a mixture of alkanes, which are organic hydrocarbon compounds since they contain both carbon and hydrogen atoms. Alkanes can also be referred to as paraffins. Common use levels of C11-15 alkane/cycloalkane in cosmetics is 1–10%, with amounts toward the end of this range also adding emollient properties to cosmetics.

Related ingredients: C9-12 Alkane C13-15 Alkane C15-19 Alkane Solvent

Products with C11-15 Alkane/Cycloalkane

Clinical Ceramide-Enriched Moisturiser
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Step 5 Moisturiser PM: A nighttime moisturiser provides your skin with the right ingredients, stimulating smoother, younger-looking and firmer skin
-30%
Moisturisers Clinical Ceramide-Enriched Moisturiser
All skin types
555,00 kr. 388,50 kr.
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C11-15 Alkane/Cycloalkane references

  • CoSmile Europe, Website, Accessed April 2025
  • Altmeyers Encyclopedia, Website, Accessed April 2025

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.