Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

skin protecting

overview

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is a derivative of vegetable oil, formed by adding hydrogen atoms to it. It is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products as a skin conditioning agent and a viscosity increasing agent. It helps slow down water loss from the skin by forming a barrier on its surface.

benefits

{"Skin_barrier_enhancement": "Forms a barrier on the skin's surface, reducing water loss and keeping skin hydrated."}

Skin suitability

Suitable for all skin types.

concerns

Generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.

precautions

None specified.

source

Derived from vegetable oils, such as soybean, sunflower, or palm oil.

CIR

Safe for use as an ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products.

EWG

Not rated.

additional info

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is the end product of controlled hydrogenation of vegetable oil. It functions as a skin conditioning agent - occlusive and a viscosity increasing agent - nonaqueous in cosmetics and personal care products.