Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil

CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL

Data confidence:High
Malassezia Trigger

Can feed malassezia yeast, potentially worsening malassezia-related skin conditions. Avoid if you are malassezia-sensitive.

Function

Emollient, Skin Conditioning Agent, Antioxidant

EWG Safety Score

1/10Low concern

About this ingredient

A natural oil extracted from safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds, rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E. It serves as an emollient and skin conditioning agent that helps soften and protect the skin while providing antioxidant benefits.

Found in 2+ sunscreens