Carya illinoensis (Pecan) seed oil
AKA “Pecan Seed Oil
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Carya illinoensis (Pecan) seed oil
AKA: Pecan Seed Oil
Essential Oil · Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction ⚠ Allergen Alert (Tree Nut): Derived from a common allergen source. May cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Juglandaceae (Walnut family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
129893-27-2
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to United States, Mexico. Derived from pecan seeds (Carya illinoensis), a tree in the Juglandaceae family native to North America. Extracted through cold-pressing or solvent extraction of the seeds to obtain the oil.
Plant Source
Juglandaceae (Walnut family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant
Benefits
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Fights Bacteria
Anti-Aging Benefits
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Pecan oil has been used by Native American and Southern U.S. traditional practices as a nourishing and moisturizing oil. Applied topically for skin and hair conditioning, though more commonly used in culinary and medicinal contexts than cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR