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Emollient

ELAEIS GUINEENSIS OIL

CAS 8002-75-3 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Palm oil — a saturated plant oil widely used as an emollient and base ingredient. Skin-safe but can clog pores and carries well-known sustainability concerns.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Stable saturated emollient
  • Skin-conditioning lipids
  • Carotenoid antioxidants if unrefined
  • Affordable cosmetic base

Known concerns

  • Comedogenic potential on oily skin
  • Sustainability/sourcing concerns
  • Heavy occlusive feel

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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