Ingredient

Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum)

Low risk

Also known asMineral Oil

Functionocclusive

What it is — Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), also simply called Mineral Oil, is a highly refined, inert occlusive emollient.

What it does — It sits on the surface to form a protective film that slows water loss, giving lasting softness and a cushioned, conditioned feel.

Typical use — Found in creams, balms, ointments, cleansing oils and baby-care products.

Who it suits / good to know — Suits dry, sensitive or compromised skin looking for reliable occlusive comfort; cosmetic-grade mineral oil is highly refined and non-fragrant. Very oily or breakout-prone skin may prefer lighter textures.

Safety — DHALIORA grades it low risk in its EWG-style, ingredient-by-ingredient review, reflecting a well-refined occlusive with a long safety record. This is general information, not medical advice.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk — inert, well-refined occlusive emollient with a strong safety record.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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