Elettaria cardamomum (Green Cardamom) seed extract
AKA “Green Cardamom Seed Extract”
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Elettaria cardamomum (Green Cardamom) seed extract
AKA: Green Cardamom Seed Extract
Extract · Fragrance | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Soothing
Fragrance
Extract
Clean
Green cardamom seed extract brings a warm, spicy aroma while gently soothing and calming skin. Sourced from India and Guatemala, this natural botanical works to reduce irritation and promote a peaceful sensory experience.
Family
Zingiberaceae (Ginger family)
Plant Part
Seed
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
85940-32-5
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to India, Guatemala. Green cardamom seeds are sourced from Elettaria cardamomum plants in the Zingiberaceae family, native to India and Guatemala. The extract is obtained through solvent extraction or maceration of the dried seeds.
Plant Source
Zingiberaceae (Ginger family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Fragrance | Soothing
Benefits
Adds Fragrance
Tones Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Tightens and tones skin
Adds pleasant scent
Traditional Use
Green cardamom has been used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 1,000 years as a warming, digestive, and anti-inflammatory agent. It was incorporated into traditional skincare preparations in South Asian beauty practices for its aromatic and skin-tonifying properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR