The invention provides an emollient composition comprising at least one hydrocarbon fluid in an amount of 50 to 100% by weight, preferably from 80 to 100% by weight, more preferably from 90 to 100% by weight and preferably equal to 100% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, said fluid being obtainable by a process of catalytically hydrogenating a feed comprising more than 85% by weight of oligomerized olefins, at a temperature from 115 to 195° C. and at a pressure from 30 to 70 bars.The invention further provides a cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one emollient composition according to the invention, and uses thereof.
