Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seed of the Spanish Sage, Salvia hispanica L., Lamiaceae
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
93384-40-8
Form
Oil
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Functions
Moisturising
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Chia seeds were used by Aztec and Mayan civilizations as a nutritional staple. The oil is a modern extraction used in cosmetics for its omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid content; historical cosmetic use is minimal.