Sunflower Seed Oil
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
A plant oil extracted from sunflower seeds. It is rich in essential fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, and vitamin E. It is widely used in skincare to moisturise, soften, and support the skin barrier without feeling excessively heavy.
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Safety: Rare allergic reactions can occur in individuals with sunflower allergies.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
2/5 — Low likelihood
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
Sunflower Seed Oil
Functions
✨ Emollient
Softens and smooths skin by filling microscopic gaps between skin cells.
🧈 Lipid
Lipids play a crucial role in maintaining skin health and is a key component of the skin barrier. Ceramides and cholesterol are both examples of naturally occurring lipids.
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