Zea Mays Germ Oil
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
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
Zea Mays Germ Oil comes from corn.
It is an occlusive skin conditioning agent.
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What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Haircare
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Zea Mays Germ Oil
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
80733
INCI Name
ZEA MAYS GERM OIL
EC #
232-281-2
All Functions
Emollient, Skin Conditioning