The mineral oil used in cosmetics and personal care products (also called “white mineral oil”) is a highly purified material obtained from refining petroleum.
Mineral oil has long been recognized as an important part of many cosmetic formulations. Its unique feel and properties have enabled it to be used in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products, from bath oils, hair care products, to skin care cosmetics where it provides many benefits including moisturizing and skin softening. Reported uses for mineral oil include as a hair conditioning agent , skin conditioning agent – emollient, skin conditioning agent-occlusive, skin protectant and as a solvent.
