Undecane

overview

Undecane is an emollient derived from renewable feedstocks like coconut, palm, prickly pear, gooseberries, algae, and fungi. It is often paired with tridecane to form a lightweight, smooth glide formula base for skin care and makeup products. Undecane is considered a sustainable alternative to silicone ingredients, offering similar properties such as quick absorption and a smooth, powder-dry finish. It is also known to prolong the wear of foundation makeup.

benefits

Benefit title : Lightweight and smooth glide Benefit Description : Undecane, when paired with tridecane, forms a lightweight and smooth glide formula base for skin care and makeup products. Benefit title : Quick absorption and smooth finish Benefit Description : Undecane absorbs quickly and leaves a smooth, powder-dry finish. Benefit title : Prolongs foundation wear Benefit Description : Undecane helps prolong the wear of foundation makeup.

Skin suitability

NA

concerns

NA

precautions

NA

source

Undecane is derived from 100% renewable feedstocks, including sources such as coconut, palm, prickly pear, gooseberries, algae, and fungi.

CIR

NA

EWG

Good

additional info

Undecane is ECOCERT approved and is considered safe for skin. It is typically used as part of a blend where usage levels range from 2–10%.