Carya illinoensis (Pecan) seed oil
AKA “Pecan Seed Oil”
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Carya illinoensis (Pecan) seed oil
AKA: Pecan Seed Oil
Oil · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Carya Illinoensis (Pecan) Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Juglandaceae (Walnut family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
129893-27-2
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR