A long-chain alkene used as a solvent.
What it is
Hexadecene is 1-hexadecene, a C16 hydrocarbon with one double bond at the end of the chain (an alpha-olefin). CosIng lists it as a solvent.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of products that need a solvent.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The label does not show the concentration actually used.
Functions
- Solvent
- Dissolving other components of cosmetics. Solvents are usually liquids (aqueous and nonaqueous).
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.