Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is the fraction of sesame oil which is not saponified in the refining recovery of sesame oil fatty acids, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae
What does it do?
Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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
Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables 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 Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables?
Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is the fraction of sesame oil which is not saponified in the refining recovery of sesame oil fatty acids, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae
Is Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables do in cosmetic products?
Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is 8008-74-0.
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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