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Emollient

GOSSYPIUM HIRSUTUM EXTRACT

CAS 8001-29-4 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An extract of cotton plant material (often seed-derived oil). Brings fatty acids and vitamin E. Skin-friendly when refined to remove gossypol.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Fatty acids and tocopherols emolliate skin
  • Vitamin E support
  • Skin-conditioning oil source

Known concerns

  • Gossypol residue if not refined; can be irritating
  • Cotton allergy possible
  • Variable refining quality

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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