Safflower Acid
AKA “Safflower Oil Acid, Safflower Fatty Acid
Acid
Ingredient Facts
Safflower acid
AKA: Safflower Oil Acid, Safflower Fatty Acid
Acid · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Acid
Clean
Safflower Acid is a mixture of fatty acids derived from safflower oil Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
UV Protection
Traditional Use
Safflower seed oil's fatty acid composition became scientifically studied in the 20th century for its skin-conditioning properties. The isolated safflower acid is a modern cosmetic ingredient developed to harness the oil's natural emollient benefits.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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