The ingredient, explained

Helianthus Annuus

Helianthus annuus names the sunflower plant. This short label does not identify seed oil, seed wax or another plant-derived cosmetic material.

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What it is and what it does

About this ingredient: CIR published assessment: Plant-derived fatty acid oils ↗ · European Commission: Botanical ingredient nomenclature ↗

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What the research shows

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