Safflower oil is a type of vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the safflower plant (Carthamus tinctorius). It is widely used in cooking, cosmetics, and dietary supplements due to its various potential health benefits.

One of the notable characteristics of safflower oil is its high concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, which is an omega-6 fatty acid. It also contains smaller amounts of monounsaturated fatty acids and saturated fatty acids