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Palm Oil

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Emollient

Palm Oil at a glance

  • Also called Elaeis guineensis oil
  • Contains antioxidant beta-carotene + vitamin E
  • Rich in fatty acids

Palm Oil description

Palm oil is the oil extracted from the seeds of _Elaeis guineensis_, also known as the African palm tree. It is rich in several skin-beneficial ingredients, including antioxidants beta-carotene and vitamin E, and the fatty acids oleic and linoleic acids. For more information, please see our entry on Elaeis guineensis oil.

Related ingredients: Antioxidant Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) Elaeis Guineensis Oil

Products with Palm Oil

Resist Anti-Aging Retinol Serum
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Palm Oil references

  • Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, November 2020, pages 4,031-4,061
  • International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology, July-August 2019, pages 323-329
  • Journal of Paramedical Sciences, August 2015, pages 117-134

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.