Corylus americana (Hazel) seed oil

Corylus americana (Hazel) seed oil

AKA “Hazel Seed Oil”

Essential Oil

Ingredient Facts

Corylus americana (Hazel) seed oil

AKA: Hazel Seed Oil

Essential Oil · Antioxidant · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Antioxidant

Emollient

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

Climate

Temperate

CAS #

8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3

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.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Conditions Skin

Reduces Inflammation

Wound Healing

Softens & Smooths

Traditional Use

American hazelnut oil has been used traditionally by Native American peoples for skin nourishment and as a massage oil. The nuts were valued for their nutritional and protective properties.