Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

ANN

9/10

Concern level

High concern

A fixed plant oil expressed from sunflower seeds, composed mainly of triglycerides rich in linoleic and oleic acids. In cosmetics it functions primarily as an emollient, skin-conditioning oil, and carrier oil. It is generally lightweight and well tolerated, especially in barrier-supportive and moisturizing formulas. ([cir-safety.org](https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-helianthus-annuus-sunflower-derived-ingredients-used-cosmetics-0?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 100.00%

CAS Number: 8001-21-6

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin10/10

oily skin7/10

sensitive skin9/10

acne prone8/10

mature skin8/10

normal skin10/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No major incompatibilities are known with common cosmetic actives., As an oil, it can reduce the performance of water-based actives if the formula is poorly emulsified., Use caution with highly oxidation-sensitive formulas unless antioxidant protection and packaging are appropriate.

Risks & Warnings

Generally low risk, but any plant oil can rarely cause contact allergy or contamination-related sensitivity. As a lipid-rich oil, it may feel heavy in very oily or acne-prone users if used at high levels, although sunflower oil itself is typically low comedogenic. ([cir-safety.org](https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-helianthus-annuus-sunflower-derived-ingredients-used-cosmetics-0?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

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