Emollient
Sesame Oil
A traditional plant oil with antioxidant compounds, used as an emollient in skin and hair care formulas.
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⚠ Use with Caution
Comedogenic Rating
1/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Sesame Oil is cold-pressed from sesame seeds, containing sesamol and sesamin — naturally occurring antioxidant compounds — along with conditioning fatty acids.
Used in body oils, balms, and hair care for emollience, conditioning, and a traditional sensory positioning.
Key Benefits
Emollient conditioning
Fatty acid content helps soften skin and condition hair.
Antioxidant compounds
Contains naturally occurring antioxidants that support oxidative defense.
Suitable for
Main Actions
When it may be insufficient
It has moderate comedogenic potential and a rich texture, making it less ideal for acne-prone or very oily facial skin; sesame allergy sufferers should avoid it.
CategoryEmollients
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sesame Oil do for skin?
Used in body oils, balms, and hair care for emollience, conditioning, and a traditional sensory positioning.
Who should use Sesame Oil?
Sesame Oil is suitable for: dry skin and hair, normal skin in body care formulas.
Are there any warnings about Sesame Oil?
It has moderate comedogenic potential and a rich texture, making it less ideal for acne-prone or very oily facial skin; sesame allergy sufferers should avoid it.
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