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Pol J Cosmetol 2015, 18(2): 113-116pl  Meadowfoam seed oil - the "pearl" of vegetable oilsAleksandra Zielińska, Marta Dąbrowska, Izabela Nowak Pracownia Chemii Stosowanej, Wydział Chemii, Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza w Poznaniu Summary Meadowfoam seed oil (MSO) is characterized by a high content of long chain fatty acids having 20-22 carbon atoms in the chain. They determine the properties and usable features of MSO. The unique composition allows to use it in various cosmetic formulations. Not only as a substance that improves application properties of the preparation (lubricity, absorption rate), but above all, providing high stability and durability. Oxidative stability index, determined for MSO, only confirms its advantages in comparison to other vegetable oils with similar characteristics. Meadowfoam seed oil is abundant in features which provide the beneficial effects on the skin and hair structure They ensure a perspective for its use in the cosmetic industry. Remarkable opportunities are also in MSO derivatives - both in the area of cosmetic products and modern biomaterials. This article present a review of the beneficial properties of Meadowfoam seed oil. It shows a new point of view of the original oil application, paying attention to its great potential as a cosmetic raw material. At the same time, it doesn´t ignore the issue of MSO using in industry and agriculture, which is known for decades. Key words: Meadowfoam seed oil, gondoic acid, erucic acid, oxidative stability index |