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Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil)

Kalahari melon oil

Safety Notes

High linoleic acid; very lightweight; fast absorbing; non-comedogenic; African origin sustainable sourcing

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient

Category

Emollient

Common In

Lightweight face oils serums

Origin

Vegetable (Kalahari melon seeds)

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 Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil) safe to use in skincare?

Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. High linoleic acid; very lightweight; fast absorbing; non-comedogenic; African origin sustainable sourcing

Is Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil) allowed in India?

Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil) used for in cosmetics?

Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil) functions as: Emollient. It is commonly found in: Lightweight face oils serums.

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

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