Emollient

Papaver Somniferum Seed Oil

INCI: PAPAVER SOMNIFERUM SEED OIL

Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Papaver Somniferum Seed Oil?

Papaver Somniferum Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of the Opium Poppy, Papaver somniferum L., Papaveraceae.

Its declared cosmetic function is emollient.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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