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Cotton Seed Extract

What Cotton Seed Extract is & what it does

Cotton Seed Extract is derived from the seeds of the cotton plant (Gossypium) and is used in skincare and sunscreen formulas as a skin-conditioning and emollient ingredient. It contains fatty acids and antioxidant compounds that can help soften and soothe the skin. A notable property is its content of natural lipids, which can support the skin's surface and improve the feel of a formula.

What does Cotton Seed Extract do in skincare?

Cotton Seed Extract is used as a skin-conditioning and emollient ingredient. It contains fatty acids and antioxidant compounds that can help soften, soothe, and support the skin's surface. It also contributes to the overall feel and richness of a formula.

Is Cotton Seed Extract natural or synthetic?

Cotton Seed Extract is natural in origin, derived from the seeds of the cotton plant (Gossypium). It is obtained by extracting compounds from the seeds. Processing methods can vary between manufacturers.

Is Cotton Seed Extract vegan?

Cotton Seed Extract is plant-derived, so the ingredient itself is suitable for vegan formulas. Whether a finished product is vegan depends on the other ingredients and the brand's practices. Check the full label or the brand's statements to confirm.

Sunscreens with Cotton Seed Extract

We rate 22 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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