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Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

Meadowfoam seed oil

Safety Notes

Very long chain fatty acids (C20:1, C22:1), unique among plant oils; excellent oxidative stability (stabilises other oils in blends); lightweight; high skin affinity; sustainable crop (winter grown nitrogen fixer)

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Emollient Stabiliser

Category

Emollient

Common In

Face oils body oils hair oils

Origin

Vegetable (meadowfoam seeds)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil safe to use in skincare?

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Very long chain fatty acids (C20:1, C22:1), unique among plant oils; excellent oxidative stability (stabilises other oils in blends); lightweight; high skin affinity; sustainable crop (winter grown nitrogen fixer)

Is Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil allowed in India?

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil used for in cosmetics?

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil functions as: Emollient / Emollient Stabiliser. It is commonly found in: Face oils body oils hair oils.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
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

Identifiers

CAS89997-63-7
EC289-527-3

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