murphyHydrogenated Black Currant Seed Oil
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Hydrogenated Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginNative to Europe, Asia. Black currant seeds, belonging to the Ribes genus, are sourced from Europe and Asia. Cold-pressed seed oil is then hydrogenated through catalytic treatment to increase stability.
Hydrogenated Black Currant Seed Oil is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
68606-81-5, 97676-19-2
Form
Oil
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.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR