Hydrogenated Orange Seed Oil Unsaponifiables is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Catalytic Hydrogenation | Functions: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
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Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to China, Southeast Asia. Derived from sweet orange (Citrus aurantium dulcis) seeds grown in China and Southeast Asia. Produced through solvent extraction of seed oil unsaponifiables followed by catalytic hydrogenation.
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Orange seed oil has been used traditionally in Chinese medicine and folk remedies for skin vitality. Modern hydrogenation of the unsaponifiable fraction (developed in the 20th century) stabilizes beneficial plant compounds for cosmetic preservation.
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).