Ingredient glossary
Sunflower Seed Oil
INCI: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil · Also: Sunflower Oil
Worth paying for
Does Sunflower Seed Oil clash with what you already use? Check it →Strong results with strong evidence behind them. This is one genuinely worth having in a formula.
What it does
- barrier support
- softening
strong evidenceStudies comparing sunflower to olive oil show sunflower oil improves barrier function and is better tolerated, especially in compromised skin and infants.
On a label: usually effective at 2-20%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- normal
- sensitive
- baby
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- ceramides
- humectants
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