The Clean Sheet
Ingredient Directory
Low Concern

Sesame Oil

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Shoppers should know it's a nourishing oil with moisturizing and antioxidant benefits, generally well-tolerated, but unrefined versions may be moderately comedogenic for some skin types, and it does not provide significant sun protection on its own.

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient, Skin Conditioner

Category

Emollient, Skin Conditioner

Common In

-

Origin

-

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sesame Oil safe to use in skincare?

Sesame Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Shoppers should know it's a nourishing oil with moisturizing and antioxidant benefits, generally well-tolerated, but unrefined versions may be moderately comedogenic for some skin types, and it does not provide significant sun protection on its own.

Is Sesame Oil allowed in India?

Sesame Oil is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Sesame Oil used for in cosmetics?

Sesame Oil functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioner. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

Want to check if your product contains Sesame Oil?

Analyse a Product
WhatsApp Community

Join The Clean Sheet™ community

Science-backed beauty tips, ingredient alerts, and early access. Straight to your WhatsApp.

Join for free →