INCI name

SESAMUM INDICUM SEED EXTRACT

Sesame seed extract

An extract of sesame seeds.

What it is

Sesamum indicum seed extract is obtained from the seeds of sesame (Sesamum indicum). CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning, skin-conditioning, smoothing and soothing agent.

Where it is used

Used in creams, lotions, body care and hair 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.

Not to be confused with sesame seed oil (Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil), which has a separate INCI name.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.
Smoothing
Seeking to achieve an even skin surface by decreasing roughness or irregularities.
Soothing
Lightening discomfort of the skin or of the scalp.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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