INCI name

HEXYLDECANOL

Hexyldecanol

A branched fatty alcohol used as an emollient.

What it is

Hexyldecanol is a branched C16 fatty alcohol (2-hexyldecan-1-ol), a Guerbet alcohol that is liquid at room temperature. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Used in creams, lotions, makeup, sun care and hair care products.

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.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (37)

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