emollientsCold-Pressed Oil

Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil

Meadowfoam Seed Oil

emollientskin protectantconditioning

INCI Name

Limnanthes Alba (Mea...

Functions

3 Roles

Sustainability

8/10

Category

emollients

What It Does

Meadowfoam seed oil is a remarkably stable plant oil composed of over 98% long-chain fatty acids (primarily C20 and C22), giving it exceptional oxidative stability and a shelf life far exceeding most botanical oils. Its unique fatty acid profile creates a lightweight, non-greasy feel with excellent spreadability and a distinctive ability to form a protective barrier on skin and hair without heaviness. Formulators prize it for its resistance to rancidity, its ability to extend the shelf life of other oils in formulations, and its exceptional moisturizing properties that leave a silky, smooth after-feel.

Softens and smooths skin texture
Creates protective moisture barrier
Improves product feel and glide
Reduces transepidermal water loss

Technical Properties

Ionic Charge

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

most emollientsplant oilsbutterswaxessiliconesnonionic surfactantshumectantsantioxidants

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizers
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

8/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Meadowfoam seeds (Limnanthes alba) - a crop native to Northern California and Oregon

Quick Reference

Full INCI Name
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Common Name
Meadowfoam Seed Oil
Category
emollients

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