The Basics On Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
What is Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil?
Sesame oil is a non-fragrant plant oil that is a good source of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats along with vitamin E and lignans.
What are other names for Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil?
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What is Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil used for?
Sesame oil contains vitamin E, which can help protect skin cells from the damage caused by environmental factors, such as UV rays, pollution, and toxins. Sesame oil also contains several phenolic compounds, which give it its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
How Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil is classified
Plant Extracts, Emollients
Recommendations for using Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil During Pregnancy
What we know about using Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil from CIR
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel assessed the safety of 244 plant-derived fatty acid oils as used in cosmetics. Oils are used in a wide variety of cosmetic products for their skin conditioning, occlusive, emollient, and moisturizing properties. Since many of these oils are edible, and their systemic toxicity potential is low, the review focused on potential dermal effects. The Panel concluded that the 244 plant-derived fatty acid oils are safe as used in cosmetics.
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Products where you might find Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
Caudalie Vinosource Overnight Recovery Oil; Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Cream; Kate Somerville Anti Bac Acne Clearing Lotion
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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