MINERAL OIL
Mineral Oil is a liquid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. Because it is a mixture of different hydrocarbons, it does not correspond to one single molecule; this characteristic distinguishes its chemical identity when it appears in a cosmetic composition.
MINERAL OIL: what it is
Mineral Oil is a liquid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. Because it is a mixture of different hydrocarbons, it does not correspond to one single molecule; this characteristic distinguishes its chemical identity when it appears in a cosmetic composition.
MINERAL OIL: what it does in cosmetics
It can serve as a skin-conditioning emollient, including in an occlusive role, and can also be used for hair conditioning and skin protecting. It is additionally classified for solvent use and for fragrance and perfuming compositions.
MINERAL OIL: conditions and care
Restriction II/778 covers hydrotreated heavy paraffinic petroleum distillates when they contain more than 3% w/w DMSO extract.
Restrictions and conditions of use
Products containing this ingredient
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