Emollient

Sunflower Oil

Rich in linoleic acid, a lightweight plant oil for restoring the skin barrier. Sunflower oil is non-comedogenic and effective for acne-prone skin — one of the best oils for oily skin due to omega-6.

ω-6 oilBarrierAcneLightweight texture

✓ Safe

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Sunflower oil — oil from Helianthus Annuus seeds. Contains ~65% linoleic acid (ω-6), vitamin E. High-oleic version (~80% oleic acid) — more stable but with a different profile. In INCI: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil. Non-comedogenic (rating 0-2/5).

Used in lightweight moisturizing creams, body oils, and products for dry and acne-prone skin. Often a base oil in formulas due to its availability and effectiveness. An effective base for cleansing oils.

Key Benefits

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Barrier restoration with linoleic acid

High concentration of ω-6 replaces the missing linoleic acid in the skin's ceramides, strengthening the protective barrier.

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Lightweight and non-comedogenic

Does not clog pores and is well-tolerated by acne-prone skin, which is rare for nourishing oils.

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Antioxidant protection

Vitamin E protects the skin from free radicals and helps maintain the lipid barrier.

Suitable for

Oily skinAcne-prone skinDry skinAll skin types

Main Actions

✓ Barrier restoration✓ Moisturization✓ Non-comedogenic action✓ Antioxidant protection✓ Softening

High-oleic vs regular

Regular sunflower oil (~65% linoleic) — better for acne and barrier. High-oleic (~80% oleic) — more stable and nourishing for dry skin. The type depends on the formula's purpose.

CategoryEmollients

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