Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) seedcake

Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) seedcake 1
AKA: Common Sunflower, Sunflower Seedcake
Plant-Derived
Plant Oil
Clean
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake is a cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, bulking. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
68937-99-5
Functions
Abrasive
Bulking
Physical Exfoliant
Adds Body & Volume
UV Protection
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Gently polishes surface
Adds volume
Traditional Use
Sunflower seedcake is a byproduct of oil extraction that has been used historically in animal feed and traditional preparations. In modern cosmetics, it serves as a gentle exfoliating and conditioning ingredient.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR