A lightweight moisturizer derived from cottonseed that softens and conditions skin, helping it feel smooth and hydrated.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
68334-00-9
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Cottonseed oil is derived from seeds of Gossypium species (Malvaceae family), native to India and the United States. Cold-pressed from the seeds to extract the oil. The oil is then hydrogenated through catalytic processing to improve stability and raise its melting point for cosmetic use.
Plant Source
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Cotton seed oil has been used traditionally in folk medicine and skincare practices. Hydrogenated cottonseed oil was developed in the early 20th century to stabilize the oil and improve its texture for cosmetic use.
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).