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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

Sunflower oil

Safety Notes

High linoleic acid, supports skin barrier; good for sensitive and eczema-prone skin; prone to oxidation; COSMOS-permitted; among the best-evidenced oils for sensitive skin

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient

Category

Emollient

Common In

Moisturisers baby care natural formulations

Origin

Vegetable (sunflower)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

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 Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil safe to use in skincare?

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. High linoleic acid, supports skin barrier; good for sensitive and eczema-prone skin; prone to oxidation; COSMOS-permitted; among the best-evidenced oils for sensitive skin

Is Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil allowed in India?

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil used for in cosmetics?

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil functions as: Emollient. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers baby care natural formulations.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS8001-21-6
EC232-273-9

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