Legacy model estimate38/100emollient
Mineral Oil
Legacy dictionary estimate: 38/100
Also known as
- paraffinum liquidum
- white mineral oil
- liquid paraffin
Unreviewed legacy notes
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Recorded function
Skin conditioning and moisture-sealing agent.
Recorded concerns (unreviewed)
Petroleum-derived; may be contaminated with PAHs; clogs pores.
Recorded restrictions (unreviewed)
- EU (restricted in food use)
Recorded EWG-equivalent value: 3/10. This is not a verified current EWG rating.
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Other dictionary entries
Same recorded category, with higher legacy model estimates. These are not recommended substitutes.
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