Sunflower oil, Organic
Price range: $5.25 through $172.00 USD
INCI: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Organic Sunflower Oil is a cold-pressed, virgin oil derived from the seeds of Helianthus annuus. This unrefined oil retains its natural golden-yellow color and characteristic aroma, delivering a clean, minimally processed ingredient suitable for both cosmetic and personal care formulations.
Naturally rich in skin-conditioning lipids and antioxidant tocopherols, sunflower oil offers a balanced profile of emolliency, stability, and versatility, making it a foundational ingredient across a wide range of applications.
Product Benefits
- Lightweight Emollient – Absorbs easily with a smooth, non-greasy finish
- Rich in Tocopherols (Vitamin E) – Supports oxidative stability and skin protection
- Skin Barrier Support – Helps maintain hydration and reduce TEWL
- Formulation Versatility – Compatible with a wide range of systems
- Naturally Derived & Unrefined – Maintains full botanical integrity
Sunflower oil is recognized for its ability to support barrier repair, reduce inflammation, and promote skin homeostasis, making it particularly valuable in formulations for dry, sensitive, or compromised skin.
Specifications
- Appearance: Golden yellow liquid
- Processing: Cold-pressed, virgin, unrefined
- Origin: Organic
- Certifications: Organic, Kosher
Fatty Acid Composition (Typical)
| Fatty Acid | Approx. % |
|---|---|
| Oleic Acid (C18:1) | ~81% |
| Linoleic Acid (C18:2) | ~9–10% |
| Palmitic Acid (C16:0) | ~3–4% |
| Stearic Acid (C18:0) | ~2–3% |
Composition based on current lot data.
Formulation Notes
- Stable, easy-to-work-with oil across a wide pH range
- Enhances spreadability and improves sensory profile
- Supports longer shelf life compared to more polyunsaturated oils
- Ideal for blending with more fragile oils to improve overall stability
Use:
- 1–100% depending on formulation
- Typical: 5–30% in emulsions
- Up to 100% in oil-based systems
Applications
- Facial oils and serums
- Creams and lotions
- Haircare formulations
- Cleansing oils and balms
- Body oils and butters
Its balanced profile makes it an excellent carrier oil for actives and a reliable base for both anhydrous and emulsified systems.
From the Chemist...
Jennifer says…
“This is one of those ingredients that quietly does a lot of heavy lifting in a formula. It provides excellent glide, compatibility, and stability, which makes it incredibly useful when you’re building systems that need to perform consistently over time.
Even though it’s often considered a “basic” oil, the fatty acid profile here gives it a distinct advantage in terms of oxidative resistance and formulation flexibility—especially when compared to more delicate oils that require stronger antioxidant support.”
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