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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very low irritation and sensitization risk; non-comedogenic. Highly susceptible to oxidative rancidity due to ~50-60% alpha-linolenic acid content - requires antioxidant stabilization (tocopherols) and cool/dark storage. Shelf life is shorter than most carrier oils. Flaxseed/linseed oil - one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid, ALA). Golden-yellow color in raw form. Penetrates upper skin layers effectively. Anti-inflammatory properties documented. Rich in lignans an...
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Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Very low irritation and sensitization risk; non-comedogenic. Highly susceptible to oxidative rancidity due to ~50-60% alpha-linolenic acid content - requires antioxidant stabilization (tocopherols) and cool/dark storage. Shelf life is shorter than most carrier oils. Flaxseed/linseed oil - one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid, ALA). Golden-yellow color in raw form. Penetrates upper skin layers effectively. Anti-inflammatory properties documented. Rich in lignans an... The EU classifies Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil allowed in the EU?
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil do in cosmetics?
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil functions as: Skin Conditioning (Emollient, Occlusive). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8001-26-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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