Snapshot
- Overview
- A lightweight oil that gives skin a smooth, quick-drying feel.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning
- Type
- Emollient
Dodecane
Dodecane is a lightweight, oil-soluble hydrocarbon used in cosmetics as an emollient and volatile texture agent. It's chosen for silky slip, reduced tack, and better spreadability in creams, sunscreens, and makeup.
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Our take
Is Dodecane a Good Ingredient?
Good: a stable, lightweight hydrocarbon that increases slip and spreadability with a quick, non-greasy finish; benefits are mainly sensory rather than treatment-focused, which supports a solid but not exceptional rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Leaves skin feeling soft with a smooth, non-greasy finish and quick dry-down. Increases a lightweight, elegant skin feel for improved comfort.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in sunscreens, liquid foundations, and lightweight moisturizers as a sensory modifier. Also used in primers and serums to create a refined, fast-absorbing texture.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally well tolerated with low irritation potential. As a volatile emollient, it may bother very sensitive skin or eyes in high concentrations or spray formats; patch testing is prudent for reactive users.
Products with Dodecane
