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Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil

Sea buckthorn seed oil; exceptionally high in carotenoids and vitamin E

Safety Notes

Very high carotenoid content (bright orange colour); anti-inflammatory; used at low levels due to intense colour; oxidative stability concern

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Skin conditioning

Category

Vegetable Oil

Common In

Serums, anti-aging face oils, wound care cosmetics

Origin

Plant (sea buckthorn berry)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil safe to use in skincare?

Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Very high carotenoid content (bright orange colour); anti-inflammatory; used at low levels due to intense colour; oxidative stability concern

Is Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil allowed in India?

Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil used for in cosmetics?

Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil functions as: Emollient / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Serums, anti-aging face oils, wound care cosmetics.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS90480-18-5

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