Emollient
HYDROGENATED SAFFLOWER SEED OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A stable, oxidatively-resistant version of safflower seed oil with a high linoleic acid base. Widely used as a cosmetic emollient and viscosity-control agent with no EU safety concerns on record.
Function
Skin benefits
- Excellent oxidative stability
- Stable emollient and viscosity control
- Linoleic acid for barrier
- No EU safety flags
Known concerns
- Possible variability in commercial supply
- Saturated profile is heavier than parent oil
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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