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Emollient

OPUNTIA STRICTA SEED OIL

CAS 90082-21-6 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Seed oil from prickly pear cactus, rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E. Used as a lightweight emollient with barrier-repair benefits. Well tolerated; main caveat is supply-chain quality.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Linoleic-acid-rich seed oil
  • Skin-barrier repair
  • Vitamin E content
  • Light, non-greasy emollient

Known concerns

  • Cost/quality varies (often adulterated)
  • Possible nut/seed cross-allergy in rare cases

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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