Sunflower seed oil is obtained from crushing the seeds of the sunflower (R). It is composed mainly of linoleic acid, which makes up 60% of the oil, as well as oleic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid and linolenic acid (R).
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| Skin Hydration | 
        C
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| Skin pH | 
        C
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| Skin Thickness | 
        E
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| Skin Barrier Function | 
        E
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