Ingredient
Tetradecene
C14 alkene
Tetradecene hydrocarbon
What it is
A C14 linear hydrocarbon (alkene) used as a light emollient and spreading/solvent agent in oil-phase formulas.
How it works
As a non-polar hydrocarbon it provides slip and helps disperse oil-soluble ingredients, leaving a light conditioning film on the skin.
What it does
Emollient
Solvent
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.