What it is: Edible oil extracted from different plants such as olives, soybeans and sunflowers are hydrogenated to make it more solid and spreadable oil at room temperature. It acts as a skin conditioning and moisturizing agent.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

Note:

• Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is not suitable for acne prone skin as it is likely to cause occlusion.

Conclusion
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://european-union.europa.eu
2. https://online.personalcarecouncil.org

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in