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Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil

INCI: LYCIUM BARBARUM SEED OIL

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (botanical oil)
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning (rich in linoleic acid, α-linolenic acid, oleic acid, zeaxanthin, β-carotene)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no 21 CFR restriction; plant seed oils have broad cosmetic-use precedent

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Oxidative stability is critical due to high PUFA content, requiring antioxidant protection such as tocopherols. Pesticide residue screening is essential given sourcing concerns similar to whole fruit. Peroxide value and acid value must be controlled, and extraction method (cold-pressed vs. solvent-extracted) must be specified.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?

Oxidative stability is critical due to high PUFA content, requiring antioxidant protection such as tocopherols. Pesticide residue screening is essential given sourcing concerns similar to whole fruit. Peroxide value and acid value must be controlled, and extraction method (cold-pressed vs. solvent-extracted) must be specified. The EU classifies Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil allowed in the EU?

Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil do in cosmetics?

Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning (rich in linoleic acid, α-linolenic acid, oleic acid, zeaxanthin, β-carotene). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (botanical oil).

What is the Margin of Safety for Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil?

adequate 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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