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ndicum (Sesame) Seed Oil [Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Seed Powder]

ndicum (Sesame) Seed Oil [Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Seed Powder]

NDI
8/10
Concern level
High concern

Sesame seed oil is a fixed vegetable oil obtained from Sesamum indicum seeds. In cosmetics it functions primarily as an emollient, skin-conditioning oil, and solvent/vehicle for lipophilic ingredients. It contains fatty acids and unsaponifiables that contribute to a softening, barrier-supportive feel. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Sesame-Oil?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration
1.00% - 100.00%
CAS Number: 8008-74-0

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin9/10
oily skin5/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone5/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: sesame allergy, other heavy occlusive oils if acne-prone, very high-friction exfoliation

Risks & Warnings

Main documented concern is allergy: sesame is a recognized food allergen, so sensitive individuals may react to topical exposure. As a richer plant oil it may feel heavy or contribute to congestion in very acne-prone users, though it is generally low-irritancy. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Sesame-oil?utm_source=openai))

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