Isohexadecane
Softens and smooths.
What it is
A branched liquid hydrocarbon, a compound made only of carbon and hydrogen.
An emollient that softens the skin, also used as a solvent for other ingredients.
What it does in a formula
Softens and smoothsOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning - emollient
Dissolves other ingredientsOfficial EU function: Solvent