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Hydrogenated Polydodecene
AKA “Synthetic Polymer Emollient”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Hydrogenated polydodecene
AKA: Synthetic Polymer Emollient
Synthetic · Binding | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Solvent | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Hydrogenated Polydodecene is the hydrogenated homopolymer of Dodecene; 1-Dodecene homopolymer, hydrogenated Science: Process: Catalytic Hydrogenation | Functions: Binding, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic
Function
Binding | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Solvent | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic hydrocarbon polymer developed mid-20th century for cosmetics. Designed as a stable, non-oxidizing replacement for natural plant oils in modern skincare and makeup.
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
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR