Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol
What Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol is & what it does
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol is a fatty alcohol derived from rapeseed oil that has been hydrogenated for stability. In skincare and sunscreen products it acts mainly as an emollient and thickener, helping to soften the skin and give the formula a smooth, stable texture. Despite the word "alcohol," fatty alcohols of this type are non-drying and are very different from volatile alcohols like ethanol.
What does Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol do in skincare?
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol is a fatty alcohol that works mainly as an emollient and thickener in skincare and sunscreen formulas. It helps soften the skin and gives the product a smooth, stable texture. Unlike volatile alcohols such as ethanol, fatty alcohols of this type are non-drying.
Is Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol comedogenic?
Fatty alcohols like Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol are generally considered low on the comedogenicity scale and are widely used in leave-on products. How any ingredient behaves can vary from person to person, so individual experiences may differ.
Is Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol natural or synthetic?
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol is derived from rapeseed oil, a plant source, and is then hydrogenated for stability. It is best described as a plant-derived ingredient that has been chemically processed.
Sunscreens with Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Bionike No-shine Face Fluid SPF 50+
94/100
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Comfort Zone Water Soul Eco Sun Cream SPF30
94/100
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Davines Su Protective Sun Cream SPF 30
94/100
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Bionike No-shine Face Fluid SPF 30
92/100
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Comfort Zone Sublime Skin Color Perfect SPF 50
86/100