What it is
Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the kernels (seeds) of the African oil palm, Elaeis guineensis. It is rich in saturated fatty acids, particularly lauric and myristic acids, and is used as an emollient that softens skin and contributes to the texture and richness of creams and lotions. It also serves as a base material for many oil-derived cosmetic ingredients.
Safety & warnings
Palm kernel oil is rich in saturated fatty acids such as lauric and myristic acid, which can be comedogenic and may contribute to clogged pores in acne-prone individuals. It is generally well tolerated on the body and on normal skin and is not a fragrance allergen.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived oil pressed and refined from the kernels of the oil palm.
Questions everyone asks
What is Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil?
It is palm kernel oil, a plant oil pressed from the seed kernels of the oil palm, used in cosmetics as an emollient and skin softener.
Can palm kernel oil clog pores?
It is high in saturated fatty acids that can be comedogenic, so acne-prone users may want to be cautious with rich formulas containing it.