After hydrogenation castor oil turns into a solid wax-like fat. Structures butters and sticks, raises their hardness and reduces stickiness.
Topical application
CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus.
Stable fatty component with long shelf life. Less prone to oxidation than the parent oil and rarely causes irritation.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil is castor oil saturated with hydrogen to a solid wax-like mass. Melting point ≈85°C, color white to light yellow, odorless. Where applied. Structural component of lip balms, sticks (deodorants, setting balms), heavy body butters, lipsticks, and cream blushes. Increases hardness, thermal stability, and reduces stickiness of castor-based formulas. In Spain it appears in Mercadona Deliplus lip balms, Sesderma Lip-Se, and KIKO Milano color cosmetics (Italian-made, distributed in Spain). Safety. CIR rated hydrogenated castor oil safe at current cosmetic concentrations (last review 2007, re-evaluation 2019). Non-irritating, allergic reactions rare. Its high saturation makes it oxidize slowly and avoid rancid odor. Pregnancy and lactation – safe. Suitable for all skin types, including lips during pregnancy (replaces petrolatum in "clean" formulas).
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
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Hydrogenated Castor Oil is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil suits: normal, dry, oily, combination, sensitive.
After hydrogenation castor oil turns into a solid wax-like fat.
The INCI name is Hydrogenated Castor Oil. It may also appear as: Гидрогенизированное касторовое масло.
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