Ozonized Linseed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as propellant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ozonized Linseed Oil is the end-product of the controlled ozone treatment of Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil.
What does it do?
Ozonized Linseed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Propellant
the gas that pushes a product out of an aerosol can
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Ozonized Linseed 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 Ozonized Linseed Oil?
Ozonized Linseed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ozonized Linseed Oil is the end-product of the controlled ozone treatment of Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil.
Is Ozonized Linseed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ozonized Linseed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ozonized Linseed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Ozonized Linseed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: propellant, skin conditioning.
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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: 22/05/2014