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Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Explained

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.

Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.

These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.

Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.

Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.

Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

See all 10,118 products with Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Comedogenic Rating
0
Irritancy Rating
0
Users who like it
32%
Users who avoid it
68%

What it does

Emollient Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Masking Obscuring or blocking
Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Sunflower Oil
Sunflower Seed Oil

Prevalence

Somewhat common Percentage of products that contain it
11.4%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Makeup
Cleansers
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
1% to 78%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 34238
INCI Name HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL
EC #  232-273-9
All Functions Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning