Hydrogenated Polybutene
AKA “Synthetic Polymer Emollient
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Hydrogenated polybutene
AKA: Synthetic Polymer Emollient
Ingredient · Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Clean
Hydrogenated Polybutene is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Polybutene
CAS #
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Form
Powder
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Functions
Viscosity Controlling
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
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR