Ingredient glossary / Emollient
Olive oil
On the label: Olea Europaea Fruit Oil · Emollient
What it is
The oil of the olive, mostly oleic acid; the base of castile soap. Some studies find it can weaken the skin barrier of infants with regular use, which is why sunflower is often chosen for babies.
Emollients: Emollients fill the gaps between skin cells and leave the surface smooth and soft; oils, butters and esters.
Wikidata: Liquid fat extracted by pressing olives. Q93165 →
In the research
686 PubMed papers mention it with skin, cosmetics or hair; the three most recent:
- Glycerin suppositories as inexpensive multi-sequence MRI skin markers · Skeletal radiology, 2026
- Perceived Health Benefits of Ketogenic Diets in Lebanon Are Tempered by Challenges With Sustainability and Restrictive Eating · Food science & nutrition, 2026
- Topical Emulgel of Epigallocatechin Gallate and Olive Oil: A Quality-by-design Approach for Managing Chemotherapy-induced Alopecia · Current drug targets, 2026
A paper is a paper, not a verdict: titles are listed so you can read them, and a study on cells or mice says little about a cream on a face.
Products whose label lists it
14 on the siteMatched from the ingredient list the supplier printed; the position in the list (first or thirtieth) is on each product page.
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Other emollients
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