Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is the oil obtained from the seed of the Sesame, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae
What does it do?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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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 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 Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is the oil obtained from the seed of the Sesame, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae
Is Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil 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