Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil – Cosmetic Uses in Skin and Hair Care

What Is Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil?

Coriander seed oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Coriandrum sativum L., commonly known as coriander. The oil has a distinctive fatty acid profile, with petroselinic acid often representing around 60–75% of its fatty acids.

It should be distinguished from coriander essential oil, which is a volatile aromatic fraction with a substantially different composition.

Cosmetic Uses of Coriander Seed Oil

Coriander seed oil is primarily used as an emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient. It can be incorporated into creams, lotions, balms, facial oils and cleansing products, as well as hair care formulations.

Its lipid composition provides a conditioning and lubricating effect that can help leave the skin feeling softer and smoother. The presence of linoleic acid is also relevant to formulations supporting the skin barrier.

Formulation Considerations

Coriander seed oil can be incorporated into the oil phase of emulsions or used directly in anhydrous formulations. It can be combined with other vegetable oils, esters, butters and synthetic emollients to modify the sensory properties and fatty acid profile of a formulation.

The stability and sensory characteristics of the oil can vary depending on its origin, processing, refining and fatty acid composition. Finished formulations should therefore undergo appropriate stability testing.

Ingredient Information

INCI: Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil
Plant Part Used: Seed
Country of Origin: Ukraine
Functions: Skin Conditioning, Emollient

CAS / EINECS/EC: Not specified on the original page.

References

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