Coconut Alkanes
AKA “Coconut Alkanes
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Coconut alkanes
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Coconut Alkanes is the product obtained from the complete reduction and hydrogenation of a mixture of fatty acids derived from Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Solvent ⚠ Allergen Alert (Tree Nut): Derived from a common allergen source. May cause reactions in sensitive individuals.
CAS #
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern hydrocarbon fraction derived from coconut oil through industrial processing. Developed as a lightweight, volatile emollient and solvent for cosmetic formulations seeking natural-origin alternatives to petroleum-derived hydrocarbons.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR