Emollient
RICINODENDRON RAUTENENII SEED OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Manketti / mongongo seed oil — antioxidant-rich African plant oil for skin softening. Long traditional use; oxidation stability is the formulation concern.
Function
Skin benefits
- Polyunsaturated fatty acid emollient
- Vitamin E content
- Traditional African skin oil
Known concerns
- Polyunsaturated — oxidative stability concerns
- Possible nut allergy in sensitive users
- Comedogenic at high %
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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