Paraffinum Liquidum
The moisture seal.
What it does
Mineral oil. It forms a light layer on skin that slows water loss, so skin stays soft.
Good to know
Cosmetic mineral oil is highly refined. Germany's risk assessment institute (BfR) found no health risks are expected from using it on skin.
Often found in: Body lotions, Hand creams, Body creams, Lip products
Around the world
- United States: No FDA limit. The FDA doesn't approve cosmetic ingredients before sale. Source
- EU and UK: No special limit in the EU or UK. Source
- Canada: Not on Health Canada's Hotlist of restricted ingredients. Source
- Australia: No limit in Australia's Poisons Standard. Source
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