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C13-14 Isoalkane

C13-14 Isoalkane · C13-14 IsoparaffinBarrier

A light oil that thins a formula and softens skin.

What it does

It also helps a formula spread. Labels used to call it C13–14 isoparaffin, so you may see either name.

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