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C30-45 Olefin

What C30-45 Olefin is & what it does

C30-45 Olefin is a synthetic hydrocarbon made up of long-chain olefins in the C30 to C45 range. In skincare and sunscreen products it works as an emollient and texturizer, adding a smooth, cushiony feel and helping to bind oils. It is often used to structure anhydrous formulas such as sticks and balms.

What does C30-45 Olefin do in skincare?

C30-45 Olefin is a long-chain hydrocarbon that works as an emollient and texturizer. It adds a smooth, cushiony feel and helps bind oils in a formula. It is often used to structure anhydrous products such as sticks and balms.

Is C30-45 Olefin natural or synthetic?

C30-45 Olefin is a synthetic hydrocarbon, made up of long-chain olefins in the C30 to C45 range. It is not a plant extract or oil. It is valued for the stable, consistent texture and structure it gives to formulas.

Is C30-45 Olefin comedogenic?

C30-45 Olefin is a structuring hydrocarbon used mainly to add body and slip to anhydrous products. Its effect on pores depends on the overall formula and your own skin, so results can vary. If you are prone to breakouts, patch testing a new product first is a good idea.

Sunscreens with C30-45 Olefin

We rate 21 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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