Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated moderate hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
8002-03-7
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning Occlusive
Locks In Moisture
Seals in moisture
Traditional Use
Used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and African skincare for centuries as a nourishing oil for skin and hair; valued for its emollient and skin-softening properties.