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Permethyl® 102A

Permethyl® 102A is a suitable replacement in “oil-free” products. It provides a satiny feel and produces high sheen. The Permethyl® line is a series of unique, highly branched aliphatic hydrocarbons ranging from highly volatile, low viscosity liquids to non-volatile viscous materials. The low viscosity grades have excellent makeup removal properties and are differentiated by skin feel, spreadability and volatility. The high viscosity grades give high gloss and film forming properties, and are differentiated by product viscosity.

Brand: Permethyl (15 products)

INCI Name: Isoeicosane

Functions: Emollient

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Dispersing, Emolliency, Film Forming, Gloss Enhancement, Low Viscosity, Pigment Wetting, Sheen, Shine Enhancing, Spreadability

Synonyms: Hydrocarbons, C 4,1,3-Butadiene-Free, Polymd., Pentaisobutylene Fraction, Hydrogenated

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Isoeicosane
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Emollient
CAS No.
93685-79-1
EC No.
297-627-7
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients
Chemical Structure

Permethyl® 102A - Chemical Structure

n = 4, MW = 282

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Dispersing,
Emolliency,
Film Forming,
Gloss Enhancement,
Low Viscosity,
Pigment Wetting,
Sheen,
Shine Enhancing,
Spreadability
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Benefits
  • Adds spreadability and shine
  • Grades can be blended to achieve target spreadability or volatility
  • Can improve pigment dispersion
  • Can aid in long wear performance

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Application Format
Leave On,
Powder,
Rinse Off,
Stick
Color Cosmetic Applications
Compact Powder
Skin Care Applications
Make Up Remover,
Moisturizers
Use Level
1 - 70%
Applications
  • Color Cosmetics
  • Skincare
  • Suncare
  • Haircare
  • Powder products
Formulation Guidelines
  • Typical use level: 1 -70%
  • Can be used in different product forms; emulsion, stick, powder
  • Can be used as the sole oil phase of an emulsion, or together with other emollients.
  • Can be used as a binder in pressed powder formulations
  • Can be used in anhydrous formulations
  • For high viscosity grades, no temperature limitations on processing

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Clear liquid
Odor
Characteristic
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density0.83--
Flash Point130°C-
Refractive Index1.46--
Spreading Area in 10’2600--
Viscosity (at 25°C)15cP-
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Isoeicosane100%-

Technical Details & Test Data

Compatibility

Low viscosity Permethyl products contain highly branched-chain aliphatic hydrocarbons. Due to their solvency characteristics, certain types of containers should be avoided.

The following materials have proven to be compatible with the low viscosity Permethyl products:

  • HDPE (High Density Polyethylene)
  • Glass
  • Steel
  • Viton (a fluoroelastomer)
  • Teflon

The following materials are NOT compatible with the low viscosity Permethyl products:

  • Low Density Polyethylene
  • Polypropylene
  • Polystyrene

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

Store in cool dry conditions in well-sealed containers.