Hydrogenated Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
AKA “Hydrogenated Tea Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Camellia Oil”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Hydrogenated camellia oleifera seed oil
AKA: Hydrogenated Tea Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Camellia Oil
Essential Oil · Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Plant Oil
Essential Oil
Clean
Camellia seed oil that's been refined to create a lightweight, stable conditioner. It nourishes and softens both hair and skin without leaving a greasy feel.
Family
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
225233-97-6
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Camellia oleifera is native to East Asia, particularly China and Japan, within the Theaceae family. Cold-pressed from the seed.
Plant Source
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Camellia oil (tea seed oil) has been used in traditional Chinese and Japanese skincare and medicine for over 1,000 years for its conditioning and antioxidant properties. The hydrogenated form was created to improve stability and texture for modern cosmetic applications.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 60.0% in leave-on products (3 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 577).
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR