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Emollient

MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA/TETRAPHYLLA SEED OIL

CAS 438545-25-6
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Macadamia seed oil — oleic and palmitoleic-rich plant oil that softens and conditions skin. Excellent tolerance and stability; main caveat is tree-nut allergy.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • High oleic and palmitoleic acid content
  • Excellent emollient on dry skin
  • Stable, low-oxidation profile

Known concerns

  • Tree-nut allergen risk
  • Heavy on very oily skin
  • Mildly comedogenic at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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