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Sunflower Oil (High Oleic)

$8.95

HIGH OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL FOR STABLE, VERSATILE EMOLLIENT SYSTEMS

Oil soluble

Lightweight emollient

High-oleic profile

Suitable for creams & balms

Available in:

100 mL 250 mL 500 mL 1 L

Variant

Sold by volume (mL or L).

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Sunflower Oil (High Oleic)

$8.95

OUR DIFFERENCE

Selected for specification, not just ingredient name.

Materials sold under the same ingredient name or INCI can differ in grade, purity, specification limits and supporting documentation. JNA selects ingredients with these differences in mind.

Specification Matters

Selected for stronger purity and quality parameters where specification makes the difference.

Cosmetic grade

Selected for professional cosmetic formulation.

Documented quality

Manufacturing and batch documentation available.

Formulator ready

Defined use levels and processing guidance.

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FORMULATION OVERVIEW

Sunflower Oil (High Oleic)

High Oleic Sunflower Oil is a lightweight cosmetic carrier oil and emollient used to improve spreadability, skin conditioning and sensory balance in oil-based and emulsified formulations.

Its high-oleic profile provides a relatively light, smooth skin feel while offering improved oxidative stability compared with conventional high-linoleic sunflower oil. It is well suited to facial oils, body oils, creams, lotions and balms where a versatile, non-heavy emollient is required.

JNA supplies a cosmetic-grade high-oleic sunflower oil selected for consistent formulation performance and controlled quality specifications.

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KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Ingredient Sunflower Oil (High Oleic)

INCI Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

CAS 8001-21-6

Solubility Oil soluble

FORMULATION NOTES

Processing Notes

Add to the oil phase and mix until uniform. Suitable for cold-process formulations or the oil phase of heated emulsions. Where heating is required, avoid unnecessary prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures.

Compatibility Notes

Compatible with most cosmetic carrier oils, esters, waxes and oil-soluble ingredients. Suitable for anhydrous formulations and the oil phase of emulsions.

Can be blended with lighter or richer emollients to adjust spreadability, richness and after-feel.

pH Notes

Not pH dependent in anhydrous systems; in emulsions, follow the pH requirements of the overall formulation.

Formulation Examples

Facial oils: 10–80%
Creams & lotions: 3–15%
Body oils: 20–100%
Balms & anhydrous products: 5–100%

Troubleshooting

Too rich or oily: Reduce the use level or blend with a lighter, faster-spreading emollient.

Not enough cushion: Blend with a richer carrier oil or increase the total emollient phase.

Oxidative odour develops over time: Review storage conditions, antioxidant strategy and the oxidative stability of the overall oil phase.

SENSORY PROFILE

Skin Feel Light, smooth and conditioning

Tack None

Slip Good spreadability with moderate glide

Finish Light to medium emollient finish

Formulation Impact

Provides emolliency, glide and spreadability without the dense or waxy character of heavier emollients. Useful for balancing skin feel in facial oils, body oils, creams, lotions and balms.

QUALITY & SOURCING

Cosmetic-grade Sunflower Oil supplied to defined specifications for assay, acid value, peroxide value, tocopherol content, heavy metals and microbiological quality.

Quality Testing

Heavy metals ≤5.0 ppm; microbiological quality tested to specification.

COMPARISON & ALTERNATIVES

Olive Squalane

Choose for a lighter, silkier and faster-spreading emollient profile.

Sweet Almond Oil (Refined)

Choose for a richer, more cushioned traditional carrier-oil feel.

Jojoba Oil (Refined)

Choose for a distinctive wax-ester profile with smooth spreadability and conditioning.

STORAGE & HANDLING

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry place away from light and heat. Keep the container tightly closed when not in use.

Handling Notes

Use clean, dry equipment when dispensing and minimise unnecessary exposure to heat, light and contamination. Clean spills promptly, as oils may create a slippery surface.

Shelf Life / Retest Guidance

2 years when properly stored.

PRODUCT SAFETY

For cosmetic formulation use. Review the Safety Data Sheet before handling and follow appropriate good manufacturing and hygiene practices.

Warnings & Precautions

Avoid contact with eyes. Clean spills promptly to reduce slip hazards. Keep containers closed when not in use.

Use clean, dry equipment and avoid contamination during dispensing and repacking.

The formulator is responsible for assessing the safety, stability and suitability of the finished formulation for its intended application.

DOCUMENTATION

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Available for this ingredient

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Safety Data Sheet available. Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis documentation is maintained for the supplied material.

Formulator's Quick Guide

INCI Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

CAS 8001-21-6

Solubility Oil soluble

Phase Oil Phase

Supports Skin conditioning, Skin comfort, Slip / sensory feel, Barrier support

Why Formulators Choose This Ingredient

High Oleic Grade

Selected for its high-oleic fatty acid profile, providing improved oxidative stability compared with conventional high-linoleic sunflower oils.

Light Versatile Skin Feel

A lightweight emollient with good spreadability, suited for facial oils, creams, lotions, balms and body formulations.

Naturally Oxidation Resistant

It’s high oleic acid content provides greater resistance to oxidation, helping support the stability of oil-based formulations.

Refined for Formulation

Refined to provide a consistent, mild-coloured oil with low odour, making it easier to incorporate across cosmetic formulations.

Technical Documents

Technical documentation available for this ingredient.

SDS Safety Data Sheet →

Safety Data Sheet available. Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis documentation is maintained for the supplied material.

Why is Sunflower Oil often used as a go-to emollient in cosmetic formulations?

Sunflower Oil is a versatile plant-derived emollient and carrier oil that provides softness, lubrication and good spreadability across a wide range of cosmetic formulations. It can form a substantial part of an oil phase or be blended with other emollients to fine-tune richness, slip and after-feel, making it a practical foundation ingredient for both emulsified and anhydrous formulations.

Why choose High Oleic Sunflower Oil instead of conventional Sunflower Oil?

High Oleic Sunflower Oil contains a greater proportion of oleic acid and a lower proportion of polyunsaturated fatty acids than conventional high-linoleic sunflower oil. This fatty-acid profile generally provides greater oxidative stability, making high-oleic grades particularly attractive where formulators want the versatility of Sunflower Oil with improved resistance to oxidation.

How does Sunflower Oil compare with Jojoba Oil or Olive Squalane?

They serve different roles within an emollient system. Sunflower Oil is a triglyceride oil, Jojoba Oil consists predominantly of liquid wax esters, and Squalane is a lightweight hydrocarbon emollient. Sunflower provides a versatile carrier-oil base, while Jojoba and Squalane can be used to alter slip, richness, spreadability and after-feel. They can also be blended rather than treated strictly as alternatives.

Can Sunflower Oil be blended with other carrier oils and emollients?

Yes. High Oleic Sunflower Oil works well as part of a blended emollient system and can be combined with ingredients such as Jojoba Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and Olive Squalane. Blending allows formulators to adjust the richness, slip, spreadability, absorption profile and overall sensory character of the finished product.

Should Vitamin E be added to formulations containing Sunflower Oil?

Vitamin E can be added to the oil phase as an antioxidant where additional oxidative protection is desired, particularly in formulations containing oxidation-sensitive oils. Whether it is required will depend on the complete oil phase, packaging and intended shelf life. Vitamin E should not be confused with a preservative - it helps address oxidation rather than microbial contamination.

What should I consider when formulating with High Oleic Sunflower Oil?

Consider Sunflower Oil as part of the complete emollient system rather than in isolation. Its concentration, the other oils and emollients present, desired skin feel, oxidative stability and packaging can all influence the finished product. In emulsions, assess its contribution to the total oil phase; in anhydrous products, evaluate the complete oil blend for sensory performance and long-term stability.

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VERSATILE EMOLLIENT FORMULATION

Build Better Oil Phases with a Formulator Staple

JNA’s High Oleic Sunflower Oil is a versatile plant-derived emollient selected for formulations where spreadability, softness and dependable oil-phase performance matter.

Its high-oleic fatty-acid profile makes it a practical foundation for creams, lotions, facial oils, body oils, balms and other oil-containing systems, whether used as a primary carrier oil or blended with other emollients to tailor the finished sensory profile.

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High Oleic · Plant Derived · Low Acid Value · Versatile Emollient

A dependable foundation for better emollient systems.