Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter is the fat obtained from the seeds of Sesame, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae
What does it do?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter 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 Seed Butter?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter is the fat obtained from the seeds of Sesame, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae
Is Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter do in cosmetic products?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sesamum Indicum Seed Butter 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