Carthamus tinctorius (Safflower) oleosomes
AKA: Safflower oleosomes
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
carthamus tinctorius (safflower) oleosomes is a cosmetic ingredient used as emollient, emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Asteraceae
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8001-23-8
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Safflower has been cultivated for over 3,500 years in Egypt, India, and China, traditionally used as a natural dye and in Ayurvedic medicine for skin health and circulation. The oil was valued in traditional Chinese medicine for blood invigoration and treating skin conditions.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR