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Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) extract
AKA “Sunflower Extract”
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) extract
AKA: Sunflower Extract
Extract · Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Asteraceae
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84776-03-4 / 8001-21-6
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to North America. Derived from sunflower seeds, members of the Asteraceae family native to North America. Obtained through solvent extraction of the seed material to isolate bioactive compounds.
Plant Source
Asteraceae
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Sunflower has been used for centuries in traditional medicine across cultures. The extract contains antioxidants and was traditionally applied to skin for anti-inflammatory and healing purposes.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR