Meadowfoam seed oil ester that softens and conditions skin, helping it feel smooth and moisturized.
CAS #
226994-08-7
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) is native to Oregon and northern California wetlands. Cold-pressed from meadowfoam seeds to obtain the base oil. Synthesized by esterifying meadowfoam seed oil fatty acids with octyl dodecanol through ester bond formation.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic ester derived from meadowfoam seed oil, which indigenous peoples used for skin conditioning. Developed in the 20th century to capture the emollient benefits of the natural oil with improved stability and consistency.
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