Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius) Oleosomes
Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius) Oleosomes
SAF
8/10
Concern level
High concern
Natural oil-body structures isolated from safflower seed oil. In cosmetics they function mainly as emollients, skin-conditioning agents, and emulsion stabilizers, with a time-release delivery profile for lipid materials.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.50% - 10.00%CAS Number: 8001-23-8
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin8/10
oily skin6/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone6/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific incompatibilities are well established, Use caution in formulas intended for very fungal-acne-prone users
Risks & Warnings
Generally low risk. Rare irritation or sensitization is possible, especially in people with plant/seed allergies. As an oily emollient, it may be less suitable for users highly prone to fungal acne.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
