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Exfoliant / Bulking

ZEA MAYS KERNEL MEAL

CAS 66071-96-3
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Ground corn kernel used as a gentle physical exfoliant and absorbent. Plant-derived and biodegradable, with a long history of safe cosmetic use; main caveat is mechanical abrasion in sensitive skin.

Function

ABRASIVEBINDINGBULKING

Skin benefits

  • Mild physical exfoliation
  • Absorbs excess oil
  • Biodegradable alternative to plastic beads

Known concerns

  • Abrasive for sensitive skin
  • Rare corn allergen

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Same plant / compound family

78
ZEA MAYS BRAN EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 78
ZEA MAYS BUD/SEED EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 72
ZEA MAYS COB EXTRACT
Antioxidant
 70
ZEA MAYS COB MEAL
Exfoliant
 70
ZEA MAYS COB POWDER
exfoliant
 83
ZEA MAYS COB/KERNEL EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning

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