INGREDIENT
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient; Solvent
Approved
Generally considered a low-concern cosmetic emollient; safety depends on purity and composition of the alkane mixture.
Found in
5
Approved Products
Also known as
1
Synonym
Function
Provides lightweight slip, spreadability, and a silicone-like skin feel.
Safety Meter
Approved
Evidence Level
Moderate
CAS Number
Varies / mixture
Category
Emollient; Solvent
Function
Provides lightweight slip, spreadability, and a silicone-like skin feel.
Evidence Level
Moderate
Status
Approved
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
Generally considered a low-concern cosmetic emollient; safety depends on purity and composition of the alkane mixture.
What it does
Provides lightweight slip, spreadability, and a silicone-like skin feel.
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.
Sources
FOUND IN
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Found in Approved Products
This ingredient appears in 5 Oh Daisey Approved Products.
89/100
OSEA
Undaria Algae™ Body Lotion
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99/100
OSEA
Hyaluronic Body Serum
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89/100
Osmosis
Lift Away
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70/100
Innersense Organic Beauty
Air Dry Styling Cream
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