Government name
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Goes by
Sunflower oil
On a soap label, after saponification: Sodium Sunflowerseedate
The verdict
Superhero
Superpower
A light oil that naturally contains vitamin E and adds a conditioning feel.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil is quite a mouthful for something that starts as a sunflower seed. Helianthus annuus is the sunflower's government name.
Superhero or supervillain?
Superhero. Its superpower is a light, conditioning feel, and it naturally contains vitamin E, an antioxidant.
What it does in my soap
Sunflower oil adds a soft, conditioning feel to a bar and a gentle lather. It's a supporting player alongside the harder oils and butters. Once it's been made into soap, it shows up on the label as sodium sunflowerseedate.
Where you’ll find it
In 3 things I make.
Usually seen with olive oil, coconut oil, castor oil and cocoa butter.
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