Dodecane
What Dodecane is & what it does
Dodecane is a lightweight, saturated hydrocarbon (an alkane) that is liquid at room temperature. In sunscreens and skincare it is used as a solvent and emollient, giving products a light, fast-spreading, non-greasy feel. Its low viscosity makes it useful for thinning out heavier oils and improving how a sunscreen applies.
What does dodecane do in skincare?
Dodecane is used as a solvent and emollient in sunscreens and skincare. It gives products a light, fast-spreading, non-greasy feel. Its low viscosity makes it useful for thinning heavier oils and improving how a sunscreen applies.
Is dodecane comedogenic?
Dodecane is a lightweight hydrocarbon and is generally considered low on the comedogenic scale, though individual responses can vary. Because it is light and fast-spreading, it is often used to reduce greasiness rather than add heaviness. If you are prone to clogged pores, patch testing a new product is a sensible step.
Is dodecane natural or synthetic?
Dodecane can be sourced either from petroleum or produced through plant-based and synthetic routes. It is a saturated hydrocarbon, and its origin depends on the manufacturer. Some cosmetic grades are marketed as plant-derived alternatives.
Sunscreens with Dodecane
We rate 15 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Mantecorp Episol Mineral SPF 30 (tinted)
77/100
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Bare Republic Mineral Face Lotion Spf 30
73/100
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Monat BB Cream SPF 40
73/100
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Naeli Tinted Mineral Face Moisturizer SPF 50 - Zinc Oxide, Peptide & Ceramide Complex
73/100
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Fitglow Beauty Vita Shield Plum Hyaluronic Primer SPF 30
72/100
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Miami Beach Bum Save Face Serum SPF 50
71/100
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ZitSticka Megashade Breakout-proof Face Serum - SPF 50
71/100
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Solmirage Suncare Solserum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40
70/100
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Parsola Fragrance UV Spray SPF 50+ Pa++++
69/100
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Pai Hello Sunshine SPF30 Sensitive Sunscreen
69/100