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Profile: Sesame Vegetable Oil

Commonly known as: Sesame vegetable oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil (INCI).
Botanical name: Sesamum indicum.
Extraction process: First cold pressing of the seeds.
Family: Pedaliaceae.
Part of the plant extracted: Seeds.
Location: Originally from the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia, but currently cultivated in many countries around the world.
Flowering: From May to July.
Provenance, origin: Bad.
Phytochemical composition: Polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic acid); monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid); saturated fatty acids (palmitic acid, stearic acid); vitamin E; phenolic compounds (pinoresinol, sesamine, sesamoline, sesaminol, sesamol).
Sensorial properties: Appearance: Oily liquid; Color: Pale yellow; Scent: Characteristic, nutty; Feel: Dry.
Physical characteristics: Density: 0.91 - 0.93 g/cm3; Saponification Index: 187 - 195; pH: Not applicable; Oxidative Potential: Low sensitivity; Comedogenicity Index: 1 (non-comedogenic).
Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, soothing, softening, emollient, hydrating, nourishing.
Concerns: All skin types, especially dry skin, those prone to discomfort, and mature skin; All hair types, particularly dry hair.

Details

Properties

  • Antioxidant: The ability to reduce oxidative stress that can lead to cellular or tissue damage due to the presence of vitamin E in its composition;

  • Hydrating, nourishing: Maintaining the integrity of the skin barrier, preventing water loss from the upper layers of the skin, and keeping the skin supple, soft, and hydrated by supplementing the skin's natural supply of ceramides and lipids due to its high content of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids;

  • Photoprotective: Assists in filtering ultraviolet rays, but not as much as sun protection products (UV filters) specifically designed for this purpose.

Usage

  • Facial Care (day or night creams, oily serums, beard oils, makeup remover oils, face masks);

  • Body Care (massage oils, dry body oils, scrubs, sun oils, hand creams);

  • Hair Care (Hair Oils).

Method of Preservation

Store in a dry place, protected from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

Sesame oil can be used safely by all skin types. Like any cosmetic ingredient, it can cause a reaction, especially if you have sensitive skin, so it is recommended to perform a patch test before using it. As a precaution, it is advised not to use it in individuals with allergies to sesame or nuts.