Ingredient
HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED CERA
Name of the plant
Sunflower; Hybrid Sunflower
Used plant parts
Seeds (kernels)
Type of preparation
Vegetable wax
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Softens and smoothens the skin
Origin
plant
Background information on use in cosmetics
Sunflower oil (INCI: Helianthus annuus oil, sunflower seed oil) is obtained from the ripe sunflower seeds. These are peeled, ground and then cold pressed. The Vitamin E content of sunflower oil ensures an antioxidative and anti-inflammatory effect which protects against premature skin ageing. As a result of the share of lecithin, the oil supports the hydrolipid layer of the skin. Sunflower oil can be found in many different dosage forms – from cleansing products via makeup removers and day creams to bath products. Because of the high linoleic acid content, this is a light oil which easily penetrates into the skin. Vegetable oils are characterised by a high share of (poly) unsaturated fatty acids, which are characteristic for the liquid consistency. As an admixture many vitamins, carotenoids and free fatty acids are present.
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Regulating cosmetics
Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.