Corylus avellana (Hazel) seed oil
AKA “Hazel Seed Oil”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Corylus avellana (Hazel) seed oil
AKA: Hazel Seed Oil
Essential Oil · Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Fragrance · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Fragrance
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
Betulaceae (Birch family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84012-21-5 / 185630-72-2
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Europe, Turkey. Derived from hazel tree seeds (Corylus avellana) of the Betulaceae family, primarily grown in Europe and Turkey. Cold-pressed or extracted via solvent methods from the seeds to obtain the oil.
Plant Source
Betulaceae (Birch family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Fragrance
Benefits
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Wound Healing
Provides scent
Traditional Use
Used in European folk medicine and skincare for centuries, particularly in Mediterranean regions. The oil was valued for its emollient properties and skin-conditioning benefits.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Hazelnut)
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR