Ingredient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
Hydrogenated poly-1-decene
Synthetic emollient poly-alpha-olefin
What it is
A synthetic hydrocarbon emollient (saturated poly-alpha-olefin) that provides a light, non-greasy, silky skin feel.
How it works
Its short-chain hydrocarbon structure spreads easily and evenly over the skin, softening the surface without leaving a heavy or tacky residue.
What it does
Emollient
Solvent
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.