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HYDROGENATED COTTONSEED OIL.

Valuable CAS 68334-00-9 / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil is a plant-derived lipid prized for its ability to deeply moisturize and condition the skin. It acts as an effective emollient and occlusive agent, enhancing skin barrier function and delivering essential fatty acids. This ingredient contributes to a smoother, softer skin texture by preventing moisture loss.

Summary

emollient skin conditioning occlusive moisturizer skin barrier support anti-inflammatory stabilizer

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions primarily as an emollient and occlusive agent, creating a protective barrier on the skin's surface to reduce transepidermal water loss and significantly boost hydration. Rich in fatty acids, including linoleic acid, it is crucial for maintaining the skin's barrier integrity and overall health. Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil physically integrates into the skin, supplying hydrating lipids that result in enhanced softness and smoothness. Furthermore, it has demonstrated anti-inflammatory properties and actively aids in reinforcing and repairing the skin's natural moisture barrier.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 0–21%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 In clinical studies, Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil, when formulated at concentrations up to approximately 21%, was found to be neither an irritant nor a sensitizer.
  2. 02 Skin care products containing about 20% Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil caused no reported irritation.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil is a lipid-based ingredient, typically solid at room temperature due to hydrogenation, and is not associated with dusting concerns.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Hydrogenation enhances the oil's saturation, improving its stability and increasing its viscosity. Its high melting point allows it to remain stable in a solid form at room temperature, making it particularly useful for structuring personal care products, especially in warmer climates. It also functions as a stabilizer, extending the shelf life of cosmetic formulations by preventing ingredient separation and mitigating oxidation.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
21%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded that Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil is safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products, provided specific concentration limits for contaminants are met: gossypol (<450 ppm), heavy metals (lead <= 0.1 ppm, arsenic <= 3 ppm, mercury <= 1 ppm), and pesticides (total PCB/pesticide not more than 3 ppm, with no single residue exceeding 1 ppm). While generally considered safe for cosmetic application, individuals with known sensitivities to cottonseed products are advised to perform patch testing to minimize potential allergic reactions.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil is a valuable ingredient, effectively providing deep moisturization, barrier support, and anti-inflammatory benefits, with low irritancy and comedogenicity across all skin types, and is safe for cosmetic use within established limits.

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