Isoeicosane is a synthetic liquid oil often used as a substitute for silicone and mineral oil in the cosmetics and personal care industry. Moreover, it is used as a solvent, emollient, plasticizer, and skin conditioner in many cosmetic and personal care products. Isoeicosane helps prevent water loss from skin cells and helps maintain body moisture, as well as increases the viscosity of cosmetic solutions. Isoeicosane is used in various cosmetics and personal care formulations, such as mascara, lipsticks, moisturizers, face powders, conditioners, suntan products, etc.
It is used in many products, ranging from personal
care products to high-quality cosmetics, as an emollient moisturizing agent. It
can contribute up to 50% of the product's composition and forms robust
emulsions. Product formulators find that isoeicosane provides a silky,
non-greasy feel, which they appreciate. It is a good choice for cosmetics that
contain color or fragrance. In fact, isoeicosane has several other benefits,
such as helps hydrate the skin. This property makes it useful in coloring and
conditioning cosmetics. The global isoeicosane
market is being driven by rising health awareness, which is
projected to increase demand for isoeicosane-based cosmetics.
Isoeicosane is often used as a substitute for mineral
oil in oil-free products. It imparts a silky, satin-like feel to the skin and
hair. It is a good plasticizer in hair care products and is compatible with
silicones. Although its chemical properties are known to cause some skin
irritation, it is safe in trace amounts. It is an emollient and a solvent and
disperses moisturizing ingredients evenly across the skin. It also strengthens
skin barrier, trapping moisture and reducing dryness. Its many benefits make it
a popular choice in the beauty industry.
It leaves a satiny texture and feel on skin and hair,
and is often used for imparting shine, and silkiness to hair in conditioners.
It is widely used as substitute for mineral oil and silicone oil, which may
cause irritation to the skin and lead to skin-related disorders. According to
the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, excessive use of mineral
oil in cosmetics can lead to non-melanoma skin cancer. Therefore, there is an
increasing demand for isoeicosane form the cosmetics and personal care
industry.