Hexadecene
Hexadecene is a cosmetic ingredient used as a solvent agent. It is used in 81 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | HEXADECENE |
| Function | SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 26952-14-7 |
| EC number | 248-131-4 |
| Prevalence | 81 products (0.09% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 40 |
Used in
Face Cleansers 29.6%Shampoos 28.4%Body Washes 17.3%Sunscreens 3.7%Exfoliators 2.5%Hand Soaps 2.5%
Frequently asked
- What does Hexadecene do in skincare?
- Hexadecene functions as a solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Hexadecene allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Hexadecene?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (29.6% of its uses).
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