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HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL.

Valuable CAS 68334-28-1 / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is a modified plant-derived lipid valued for its enhanced stability and textural properties. It functions primarily as an occlusive emollient, creating a protective layer on the skin to effectively minimize moisture loss and support skin hydration.

Summary

Occlusive Emollient Moisturizing Agent Skin Barrier Support Skin Softening Thickening Agent Product Consistency Enhancer

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates as an occlusive emollient, establishing a surface barrier on the skin. This layer significantly reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), thereby preventing moisture escape and maintaining skin hydration, softness, and smoothness. Its fatty acid profile may further contribute to reinforcing and repairing the skin's natural moisture barrier. Additionally, its occlusive nature can facilitate the absorption and penetration of other active skincare ingredients by retaining them closer to the skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Topical application of hydrogenated cottonseed oil, a specific derivative, improved skin barrier function in a murine model of atopic dermatitis.
  2. 02 Evaluated the skin moisturizing properties of hydrogenated cottonseed oil and its derivatives.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil exhibits increased stability and extended shelf life compared to unhydrogenated oils, conferring resistance to spoilage and rancidity. It contributes to product consistency, imparting a creamy and malleable texture ideal for formulations like creams and lotions. It can thicken oil phases without negatively affecting the sensory feel of the final product. For optimal integration, it is typically added during the cool-down phase to prevent excessive heating. However, its exact composition can vary based on the original vegetable oil source, potentially leading to formulation inconsistencies.

Synergies

  • May enhance the localized absorption and penetration of other active skincare ingredients due to its occlusive properties.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
60%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is safe for cosmetic use, with usage surveyed up to 60%. This determination is based on a history of safe use in food, its composition, and data indicating it is neither a dermal irritant nor a sensitizer. The U.S. FDA also lists vegetable-derived oils as permissible indirect food additives.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Medium

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is a valuable occlusive emollient, highly effective at reducing transepidermal water loss and improving skin hydration, while also providing formulation benefits such as stability and desirable texture, making it particularly suitable for dry and normal skin.

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