Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae
What does it do?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae
Is Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is 8001-21-6.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010