Hydrogenated Polybutene
AKA “Synthetic Polymer Emollient
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Hydrogenated polybutene
AKA: Synthetic Polymer Emollient
Synthetic · Viscosity Controlling | Emollient | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Hydrogenated Polybutene is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Polybutene Science: Process: Catalytic Hydrogenation | Functions: Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic
Function
Viscosity Controlling | Emollient | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Controls Viscosity
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed in the 20th century for cosmetics. Created as a lightweight, non-comedogenic emollient alternative to traditional natural oils.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR