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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally considered safe; rich in saturated fatty acids (stearic, palmitic) giving it a comedogenic potential for acne-prone skin. No major adverse safety signals. No specific CIR or SCCS review. Pressed from seeds of the Mahua tree (native to India); contains ~30-40% oil composed mainly of oleic, stearic, and palmitic fatty acids with natural antioxidants. Semi-solid at room temperature, melts on skin contact, providing a butter-like texture without greasiness
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madhuca Longifolia Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Generally considered safe; rich in saturated fatty acids (stearic, palmitic) giving it a comedogenic potential for acne-prone skin. No major adverse safety signals. No specific CIR or SCCS review. Pressed from seeds of the Mahua tree (native to India); contains ~30-40% oil composed mainly of oleic, stearic, and palmitic fatty acids with natural antioxidants. Semi-solid at room temperature, melts on skin contact, providing a butter-like texture without greasiness The EU classifies Madhuca Longifolia Seed Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Madhuca Longifolia Seed Oil allowed in the EU?
Madhuca Longifolia Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Madhuca Longifolia Seed Oil do in cosmetics?
Madhuca Longifolia Seed Oil functions as: Hair conditioning, skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68514-73-2 (commonly referenced for Madhuca longifolia oils).
What is the Margin of Safety for Madhuca Longifolia 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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