Sunflower Seed Oil Glyceride

Tolerability and safety

Irritation potential

Low

Allergen risk

Low

Pregnancy

Safe

Suitable for

Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive

About this ingredient

Sunflower Seed Oil Glyceride is an emollient and co-emulsifier derived from sunflower oil. On the label it reads Sunflower Seed Oil Glyceride. In a formula it softens skin, helps bind the oil and water phases and supplies fatty acids, chiefly linoleic acid, which support the skin barrier. On efficacy it is a functional component with a real bonus. Its main role is texture and emolliency, not a treatment active, but the linoleic acid contribution makes sense for skin with a weakened barrier or a tendency to dryness. Do not expect an anti-ageing effect, but do expect more comfortable, less rough skin. For pregnancy and breastfeeding there is no restriction. It is a plant lipid derivative with no meaningful systemic impact when applied topically, so it can be used. Tolerance is high. Irritation and allergy are low. Its comedogenicity is very low (1 out of 5), so it rarely clogs pores, though very oily skin should watch how it responds.

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