Coconut Alkanes

Also known as: coconut-alkanes

COC

1/10

Concern level

Low concern

Coconut Alkanes are derived from coconut oil and serve as emollients and skin-conditioning agents, providing a lightweight feel in formulations.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

EWG Score

1/10

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Moisturizing

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

200 g/mol

pH Range

5.00 - 7.00

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 10.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin7/10

oily skin8/10

sensitive skin5/10

acne prone4/10

mature skin6/10

normal skin7/10

Risks & Warnings

Generally safe; minimal risk of irritation.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Drunk Elephant

B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid

rhode

Glazing Milk Ceramide Facial Essence

First Aid Beauty

Ultra Light Liquid Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide SPF 30

OLEHENRIKSEN

Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Eye Crème for Dark Circles

INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Acne Serum Medicated Treatment for Acne & Blackheads

The INKEY List

Exosome Hydro-Glow Complex Serum

ALPYN

Super Peptide Barrier Repair Moisturizer for Eczema, Wrinkles, Firming & Sensitive Skin

Summer Fridays

ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Daily Mineral Milk Sunscreen

Mother Science

Molecular Hero Dark Spot Serum with Malassezin Vitamin C Alternative