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HEXENE.

Avoid CAS 592-41-6 / SOLVENT

Hexene, specifically 1-Hexene, is predominantly an industrial chemical, not a cosmetic ingredient. Its primary action on skin involves dissolving dermal lipids, leading to a detrimental defatting effect.

Summary

Science

Mechanism of Action

When in contact with skin, Hexene functions as a solvent, actively dissolving essential dermal lipids. This process can lead to significant water loss, resulting in skin dryness, cracking, and a predisposition to irritant contact dermatitis.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Hexene is not a commonly used cosmetic ingredient; therefore, dusting in cosmetic formulations is not a relevant concern.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Hexene (1-Hexene) is chemically stable under typical ambient temperature and pressure conditions. However, due to its highly flammable nature, it requires storage away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources. Protection from direct sunlight is also advised, as its vapors can form explosive mixtures with air.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidizing agents
  • strong acids
  • polymerization initiators
  • strong reducing agents
  • bromine
  • oxygen

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk High

Hexene (1-Hexene, CAS 592-41-6) is classified as a highly flammable liquid and vapor, posing significant safety concerns. It is a known irritant to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Repeated or prolonged skin contact specifically causes defatting, leading to dryness and cracking. It is also an aspiration hazard if swallowed, potentially fatal. Occupational exposure limits highlight its hazardous profile. There is no specific Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) or Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) assessment for Hexene in cosmetic applications, nor is there a clear FDA status for its use in such formulations, reflecting its industrial rather than cosmetic nature.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy High
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Hexene is an industrial chemical with significant irritant and defatting properties, posing considerable risks to skin health and offering no recognized cosmetic benefits, thus it should be strictly avoided in skincare formulations.

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