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Antioxidant

SESAMUM INDICUM OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES

CAS 8008-74-0 Updated
86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

The unsaponifiable fraction of sesame oil — rich in antioxidants like sesamol and sesamin. It nourishes skin, supports the barrier, and provides mild UV-protective effects in cosmetic use.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidants — sesamol and sesamin
  • Barrier-strengthening lipids
  • UV-protective effect
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Sesame allergy cross-reactivity possible
  • Variability with extraction process

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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