Rich in oleic acid (45%) linoleic acid (35%) and tocopherols; antioxidant; skin and hair conditioning; fair trade certified versions available (Moroccan Berber women's cooperatives, Layer 5C ethics consideration); well-tolerated; premium positioning
Function & Common Use
Emollient / Active (antioxidant)
Emollient
Hair serums face oils luxury skincare
Vegetable (argan tree kernels)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) safe to use in skincare?
Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Rich in oleic acid (45%) linoleic acid (35%) and tocopherols; antioxidant; skin and hair conditioning; fair trade certified versions available (Moroccan Berber women's cooperatives, Layer 5C ethics consideration); well-tolerated; premium positioning
Is Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) allowed in India?
Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) used for in cosmetics?
Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) functions as: Emollient / Active (antioxidant). It is commonly found in: Hair serums face oils luxury skincare.
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