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Conditioning Agent

SALMON OIL

CAS 68991-43-5
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Oil pressed from salmon — rich in omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) that nourish and condition the skin.

Salmon Oil is the fixed oil expressed from salmon (Oncorhynchus genus), rich in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and other omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. These provide anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair benefits. No GHS hazards, no EU restrictions. Marine oils are well-established in cosmetics for their nourishing lipid profile.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Skin conditioning
  • Barrier repair

Known concerns

  • Fish allergen risk
  • Potential for oxidation/rancidity
  • Sustainability and sourcing concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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