Emollient
BALANITES AEGYPTIACA KERNEL OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Desert date kernel oil — a robust, drought-resistant African seed oil with balanced fatty acids. Used in traditional skin care for centuries, well tolerated, with no significant cosmetic safety concerns.
Function
Skin benefits
- Rich emollient with balanced oleic and linoleic acids
- Long traditional skin-care use in Africa
- Stable shelf life
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
- Limited modern cosmetic safety review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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