A fixed oil from the seeds of coriander, listed as an emollient.
What it is
Coriandrum sativum seed oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of coriander, Coriandrum sativum, of the carrot family (Apiaceae). CosIng lists it as an emollient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show how the oil was obtained or refined. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.