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Emollient

LINUM USITATISSIMUM SEED OIL

CAS 8001-26-1 Updated
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Linseed (flaxseed) oil, rich in omega-3 fatty acids and tocopherols. Excellent skin-barrier support; main caveat is rapid oxidation if not properly stabilized.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Rich omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid)
  • Skin barrier support
  • Soothing for dry skin
  • Antioxidant tocopherols

Known concerns

  • Highly oxidation-prone if unstabilized
  • Rare flax allergy

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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