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PARLEAM® Series – Synthetic Squalane Alternative Emollients

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About the PARLEAM® Series

PARLEAM® Series is a line of highly refined, high‑purity emollients designed as a synthetic alternative to natural squalane.
Based on hydrogenated polyisobutene, PARLEAM® provides excellent stability and a versatile sensory profile, enabling textures ranging from lightweight and airy to rich and luxurious.
With multiple viscosity grades available, the series supports flexible texture design while maintaining elegant sensorial characteristics across a wide range of cosmetic formulations.

Structure

  • INCI: Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
  • Chinese INCI: 氢化聚异丁烯
  • Description: Hydrogenated polyisobutene

Features

  • Synthetic squalane alternative based on hydrogenated polyisobutene
  • High purity, resulting in a colorless, odorless, and highly stable material
  • Available in seven viscosity grades to create a wide range of textures
  • Sensory profile similar to natural squalane
  • PARLEAM® 3: Volatile grade providing a light and airy feel
  • PARLEAM® 4: Strong cleansing performance, suitable for makeup removers
  • PARLEAM® V / HV / SV: High‑viscosity grades delivering gloss, adhesion, and rich textures

Applications

  • Two‑layer cleansers
  • Cleansing liquids
  • Sunscreens (W/O)
  • Emulsions
  • Skin creams
  • Hair conditioners

Product Lineup

Grade Sensory / Viscosity Characteristics Main Positioning
PARLEAM® 3 Volatile, lightweight, airy Hair care, lightweight formulations
PARLEAM® 4 Moderate viscosity, cleansing‑oriented Cleansers, sunscreens
PARLEAM® LITE Light, emollient touch Lotions, creams, hair care
PARLEAM® Squalane‑like texture Lotions, creams, makeup
PARLEAM® V High viscosity, good adhesion Skincare, makeup
PARLEAM® HV Very high viscosity, enhanced gloss Skincare, makeup
PARLEAM® SV Ultra‑high viscosity, rich texture Skincare, makeup

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Applications Cleansing liquids, Sunscreens, Creams, Emulsions, Hair conditioners, Make-ups
Chemical Name Hydrocarbon
INCI Name HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE
Industries Cosmetics & Personal Care
Product categories Oil
Structure Hydrocarbon
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