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Some of the imprecision in the definition of the names used for mineral oil (such as 'white oil') reflects usage by consumers and merchants who did not know, and usually had no need of knowing, the oil's precise chemical makeup. Merriam-Webster states the first use of the term "mineral oil" as being 1771. [4]
It is also used in the cosmetics industry. [192] Candlenut oil (Kukui nut oil), produced in Hawai'i, used primarily for skin care products. [193] Carrot seed oil (pressed), from carrot seeds, used in skin care products. [note 6] [194] Castor oil, with many industrial and medicinal uses. Castor beans are also a source of the toxin ricin. [147]
Cranberry seed oil, equally high in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, primarily used in the cosmetic industry. Cubeb oil, used to flavor foods. Cumin seed oil/black seed oil, used as a flavor, particularly in meat products; Curry leaf oil, used to flavor food. Cypress oil, used in cosmetics; Cypriol oil, from Cyperus scariosus
Liquid paraffin, also known as paraffinum liquidum, paraffin oil, liquid paraffin oil or Russian mineral oil, is a very highly refined mineral oil used in cosmetics and medicine. Cosmetic or medicinal liquid paraffin should not be confused with the paraffin (i.e. kerosene ) used as a fuel.
Castor oil and its derivatives are found in many cosmetics as it is "non-comedogenic" (does not exacerbate or contribute to acne). [3]Cerebrosides (cells from the nervous systems of cattle or swine) were once used in some high-end skin-care products to increase moisture retention and to create a smooth skin surface, [4] however the BSE controversy has put an end to this practice.
Vanna White shares her anti-aging skincare routine with Women's Health, including the affordable drugstore skincare product she uses to keep her skin glowing.
Petroleum jelly. Petroleum jelly, petrolatum, white petrolatum, soft paraffin, or multi-hydrocarbon, CAS number 8009-03-8, is a semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons (with carbon numbers mainly higher than 25), [1] originally promoted as a topical ointment for its healing properties. [2]
The personal skin care market based on natural products has shown strong growth. [7] Clinical and laboratory studies have identified activities in many natural ingredients that have potential beneficial activities for personal skin care, [2] [3] but there is a shortage of convincing evidence for natural product efficacy in medical problems. [8]