Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Black Caraway, Nigella sativa L., Ranunculaceae
What does it do?
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nigella Sativa Seed Oil?
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Black Caraway, Nigella sativa L., Ranunculaceae
Is Nigella Sativa Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Nigella Sativa Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Nigella Sativa Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is 90064-32-7.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010