Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour is a cosmetic ingredient used as an abrasive, absorbent agent. It is used in 13 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | LINUM USITATISSIMUM SEED FLOUR |
| Function | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, BULKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| CAS number | 8001-26-1 |
| EC number | 232-278-6 |
| Prevalence | 13 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
General Moisturizers 23.1%Gel, Pomade & Wax 15.4%Hair Masks 15.4%Day Moisturizers 7.7%Face Cleansers 7.7%Foundations 7.7%
Frequently asked
- What does Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour do in skincare?
- Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour functions as an abrasive, absorbent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially general moisturizers (23.1% of its uses).
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