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Emollient

ELAEIS GUINEENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT

CAS 8023-79-8 Updated
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

African oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) fruit extract — a tocotrienol- and carotenoid-rich emollient. Topical safety is fine; the main consumer concern is unsustainable palm sourcing.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Tocotrienol and carotenoid antioxidant content
  • Emollient feel
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Palm sourcing has serious deforestation/sustainability concerns
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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