murphyHelianthus annuus (Sunflower) seed
AKA: Common Sunflower, Sunflower Seed
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
OriginNative to North America. Derived from sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) of the Asteraceae family, primarily cultivated in North America. Cold-pressed from the seeds to extract the oil, then filtered for cosmetic use.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84625-38-7
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR