Very Disliked
Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
May cause Acne
These ingredients have a higher likelihood of clogging pores or triggering breakouts, especially for acne-prone skin. However, skin reactions are individual - what causes breakouts for one person may work fine for another. Patch test if you're concerned.
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil is AKA cotton seed oil.
Cotton seed oil is rich in omega-6 fatty acids. The majority of these fatty acids include linoleic (~54%) and oleic (~19%). It is structurally similar to sunflower seed oil.
When used in cosmetics, this ingredient is refined and purified to remove toxins naturally found in the plant.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe due to the presence of fatty acids.
See all 302 products with Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil
What it does
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Cottonseed Oil
Cotton Seed Oil
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.3%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Makeup
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
56477
INCI Name
GOSSYPIUM HERBACEUM SEED OIL
EC #
 232-280-7
All Functions
Skin Conditioning
