Characteristics
- INCI
- Vegetable Oil
- Ru.
- Huile Vegetale, Olus Oil
- CAS
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68956-68-3
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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273-313-5
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Olus Oil (Eu)
- Functions
- hair conditioning, skin conditioning
Who it's for
Description
Vegetable Oil is a broad cosmetic ingredient name for oils pressed or extracted from plant sources such as sunflower, soybean, canola, corn, or olive. In skincare and haircare, it mainly acts as an emollient and occlusive: it helps soften rough skin, reduce the feeling of dryness, and slow water loss from the surface. Because plant oils are rich in fatty acids, they can also help improve slip and spreadability in creams, cleansers, balms, and hair products.
People with dry, normal, or mature skin often appreciate vegetable oils for their nourishing, cushioning feel. In haircare, they can add shine, reduce frizz, and make strands feel smoother. That said, “vegetable oil” is not one single ingredient, so performance can vary a lot depending on the source and refinement level. Some formulas may feel heavy on oily or acne-prone skin, and a few plant oils can be more likely to trigger sensitivity in certain users.
Tip: if you’re checking an ingredient list, the exact plant source matters more than the generic term. Look for the full name when possible, especially if you want a lighter texture or have a known sensitivity.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vegetable Oil
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Products with Vegetable Oil (1 733 total)
Most often found in Bielenda products (91 items)
