Helianthus Annuus Sunflower Seed Extract

Excellente

Antioxidante

Helianthus Annuus Sunflower Seed Extract at a glance

  • Sunflower seeds are a rich source of polyphenol antioxidants and vitamin E
  • Helps protect skin and hair from environmental damage
  • Oil in the seeds helps to repair skin’s barrier
  • Has documented soothing benefits

Helianthus Annuus Sunflower Seed Extract description

_Helianthus annuus_ (sunflower) seed extract is made from the pressed seed meal of sunflower kernels. It’s a multi-benefit ingredient proven to help protect skin and hair from environmental damage. This isn’t surprising when you consider what a treasure trove of antioxidants and polyunsaturated fatty acids are found in sunflower seeds. Among the nutrients are various tocopherols (forms of vitamin E), polyphenolic antioxidants, minerals such as selenium, copper, and zinc, and amino acids. Typical usage level in cosmetics ranges from 0.024–0.05%, with higher amounts typically used in leave-on moisturizers and lower amounts used in soaps, shampoos, and conditioners. These amounts are considered safe for use in cosmetics, but this ingredient should be considered carefully if you have a known food allergy to sunflower seeds. Outside the cosmetic realm, newer research has shown sunflower seeds have antimicrobial properties capable of making water safer to drink in countries without widespread access to clean tap water.

Helianthus Annuus Sunflower Seed Extract references

  • International Journal of Environmental Research, April 2022, ePublication
  • Chemistry Central Journal, September 2017, pages 1¬–10
  • Pediatric Dermatology, January-February 2013, pages 42–50
  • https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/Helianthus%20annuus.pdf

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Calificaciones de ingredientes

Excelente

Ingrediente sobresaliente con beneficios reales para la piel. Su eficacia está demostrada y respaldada por estudios independientes.

Bueno

Aunque no son tan beneficiosos como los de la categoría excelente, suelen ser necesarios para mejorar la textura, la estabilidad o la absorción de una fórmula.

Aceptable

Puede presentar ciertas limitaciones en cuanto a su apariencia, estabilidad o eficacia. A veces, son ingredientes básicos o que no cuentan con suficiente respaldo científico.

Poco recomendable

Aunque puede ofrecer algunos beneficios se recomienda evitarlo por su probabilidad de causar irritación, especialmente si se combina con otros ingredientes problemáticos.

Desaconsejable

Ha demostrado provocar efectos adversos como irritación, inflamación o sequedad, especialmente si se utiliza en altas concentraciones o junto con otros ingredientes irritantes.

Desconocido

No hemos encontrado este ingrediente en nuestro diccionario. Registramos todos los ingredientes desconocidos y actualizamos la información de forma continua.

Sin calificar

Ingrediente registrado, pero con la información científica disponible pendiente de revisar.