Wheat Germ Oil

The Basics On Wheat Germ Oil

What is Wheat Germ Oil?

Emollient plant oil similar to all non-fragrant plant oils.

What are other names for Wheat Germ Oil?

OIL OF WHEAT GERM, TRITICUM AESTIVUM GERM OIL, TRITICUM VULGARE (WHEAT) GERM OIL, TRITICUM VULGARE GERM OIL, and WHEAT GERM OIL

What is Wheat Germ Oil used for?

Wheat germ oil helps in providing you with a healthy skin as it prevents many skin problems like psoriasis, eczema, and dry skin. You can apply it topically – it will soothe and repair your skin. It contains vitamin E oil, which is considered to be very good for the skin.

How Wheat Germ Oil is classified

Plant Extracts, Emollients

Recommendations for using Wheat Germ Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Wheat Germ Oil During Pregnancy

What we know about using Wheat Germ Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Wheat Germ Oil from CIR

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel assessed the safety of 244 plant-derived fatty acid oils as used in cosmetics. Oils are used in a wide variety of cosmetic products for their skin conditioning, occlusive, emollient, and moisturizing properties. Since many of these oils are edible, and their systemic toxicity potential is low, the review focused on potential dermal effects. The Panel concluded that the 244 plant-derived fatty acid oils are safe as used in cosmetics.

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Products where you might find Wheat Germ Oil

Eminence Organic Skin Care Wildflower Ultralight Oil (3.3 fl. oz.); Eminence Organic Skin Care Facial Recovery Oil (0.5 fl. oz.); Sunday Riley LUNA Sleeping Night Oil (0.5 fl. oz.); Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine