murphyMalva sylvestris (Mallow) oil
AKA: Common Mallow, Mallow Oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to Mediterranean, Central Asia. Derived from the leaves of Malva sylvestris, a plant in the Malvaceae family native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia. Extracted through solvent extraction or maceration of the dried mallow leaves to obtain the oil.
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Oil is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Leaf
CAS #
84082-57-5
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Tightens Pores
Conditions Skin
Softens & Smooths
Smoothing
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Antioxidant Protection
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR