Jatamansi
AKA “Jatamansi Extract, Spikenard, Nard Extract
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Jatamansi
AKA: Jatamansi Extract, Spikenard, Nard Extract
Ingredient · Perfuming · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Fragrance
Clean
Nardostachys Jatamansi Oil is an essential oil obtained from hydrodistillation of the roots of the plant, Nardostachys jatamansi, Valerianaceae. Syn. Spikenard or Nard oil
CAS #
90064-28-1
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Skin Conditioning
Antioxidant
Moisturizing
Wound Healing
Provides scent
Traditional Use
Used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 3,000 years as a cooling herb with skin-conditioning properties. The root extract has been traditionally applied in Indian skincare for its calming effects and support of healthy, clear skin.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR