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Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) seed oil
AKA “Sunflower Seed Oil (often shortened to Sunflower Oil)”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) seed oil
AKA: Sunflower Seed Oil (often shortened to Sunflower Oil)
Essential Oil · Emollient | Solvent | Conditioning | Occlusive · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Occlusive
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Essential Oil
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Asteraceae
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8001-21-6
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to North America. Derived from seeds of Helianthus annuus (sunflower), a plant in the Asteraceae family native to North America. Obtained through cold-pressing or solvent extraction of the seeds to yield the oil.
Plant Source
Asteraceae
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Emollient | Solvent | Conditioning | Occlusive
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Extracted from sunflowers native to North America, used by indigenous peoples for skin and hair care. Modern cosmetic use became widespread in the 20th century as a lightweight, emollient carrier oil.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Dryness
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
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR